Fire Alarm Technician-SAV

Mjwood; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to join their team in Savannah. This role involves installing, programming, and maintaining fire alarm systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in the field, strong organizational and communication skills, and relevant certifications. This opportunity offers a competitive compensation package and the chance to work with a company committed to safety and employee development. If you're ready to make a difference in fire protection, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in fire alarm installation and repair.
• Must have relevant certifications for fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and repair fire alarm systems and related equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate fire alarm systems for maintenance.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-5 Years Related Experience

Tools

Fire Alarm Systems

Electrical Tools

Job description

Milton J Wood Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Technician for an immediate opportunity at their Savannah location. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of experience. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills and communicate effectively with clients, job sites, and management.

The Fire Alarm Technician provides electrical services with specific responsibility for fire alarm installing, programming, repairing, and replacing related equipment; maintaining a regular inspection schedule; documenting activities; assisting other skilled trades; and ensuring that tools and materials are available as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawings of fire alarm and/or other related electrical systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
2. Coordinate with assigned Project Manager, General Contractor Superintendent, or Foreman to complete projects and work orders efficiently.
3. Diagnose cause of fire alarm related problems or failures with multiple manufactured systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
4. Communicate with Project Manager, General Contractor Superintendent, or Foreman personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with appropriate codes & regulations.
5. Inspect and evaluate fire alarm systems and their components, identify necessary repairs and recommend preventive maintenance.
6. Install fire alarm system components as assigned (e.g. panels, audible/visual alarms, pull stations, detectors, etc.).
7. Maintain assigned vehicle, tools, supplies and test equipment to ensure availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repair.
8. Respond to emergency situations during and after hours.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages 0-5 Technicians and Helpers. Is responsible for the overall direction and coordination. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Performance Expectations

1. Understands requirements of the job. Accomplishes duties and responsibilities as presented on the job description.
2. Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly.
3. Treats people with respect. Keeps commitments. Inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and ethically. Upholds organizational values. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Promotes a harassment-free environment.
4. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.
5. Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.

Qualifications Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Fire Alarm System Agent/Burglar Alarm System Agent certification
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies
ESA/NTS Certified Alarm Technician Level 1 or higher

Other Qualifications
Must have a current driver’s license and a driving record that meets company minimum requirements.
Must be able to travel.
Must pass background check.

Physical Demands & Work Environment
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment includes exposure to weather and client processes.

What can we offer you?
MJW offers unsurpassed opportunities to build a successful future. We are an industrial construction, engineering and fire protection firm with more than 55 years of experience. Our international reputation for completing projects on time and on budget is built on comprehensive in-house expertise that enables us to self-perform all aspects of a project and maintain complete control over quality, cost and schedule. Our goal is to deliver the most effective combination of cost and performance on every job, every day.

As an employee-owned company, we take great pride in our commitment to safety and continuous employee training to successfully complete complex tasks in challenging industrial environments.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes: medical, vision and dental, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, ESOP and 401k. Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.