Fire Alarm Technician - Tampa

Solid Security Technology; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing organization that specializes in life-safety and asset protection. As a lead fire alarm and electronic security technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and security for commercial clients. With a focus on excellence and collaboration, this position offers competitive pay and an amazing benefits package, including health and life insurance, 401K matching, and education assistance. If you have the experience and skills to troubleshoot and install security systems, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and award-winning culture.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with fire alarm and electronic security systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and maintain a clean professional image.

Responsibilities

• Completing service calls for commercial customers.
• Installing Fire Detection and Intrusion Protection systems.
• Maintaining good customer relations and satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

ESA Certification

NICET Certification

State licensing

Tools

Honeywell Vista

Firelite

Job description

We are looking for a qualified lead fire alarm and electronic security technician to cover our West Central FL region. We offer competitive pay and AMAZING benefits. If you think you have what it takes to excel in this field then read below and apply today!

SOLID Security is a national Managed Security Services Provider specializing in Life-Safety and Asset Protection. Our areas of expertise include Fire Detection, Intrusion Protection, Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Network Infrastructure.

We are very proud of our award-winning culture, having recently been named as one the Best Workplaces for 2023. Our culture emphasizes collaboration in the pursuit of excellence in client satisfaction. We offer a great benefits package that includes paid time off, company-provided Health, Life, and Disability insurance, Dental and Vision insurance, Accident insurance, 401K with match, Health Membership Reimbursement, Education Assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program to name a few.

We are a rapidly growing organization and have received past honors for our growth, including being named as one of the 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the US by Inc Magazine!

The fire alarm and security technician we are looking for will have four or more years of industry experience and possess the analytical and problem-solving skills that are needed to troubleshoot various systems. Candidates with training or certifications from the ESA, SIA, and/or NICET are preferred.

If you have the experience and qualifications for this position, want to learn about the position and our company culture, and are ready for your next career move, send us your resume!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing service calls for commercial customers
• Installing new Fire Detection, Intrusion Protection, Video Surveillance, Access Control, and Network Infrastructure Systems
• Conduit and cabling for new and existing systems
• Servicing components of Fire and Intrusion systems
• Maintain good customer relations and satisfaction
• Continually expands knowledge base by attending seminars, conferences, and professional training

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience with fire alarm and/or electronic security systems.
• Ability to read blueprint drawings
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Naturally organized and methodical, with strong attention to detail
• Maintain a clean and professional image
• Must have a clean driving record
• Experience with Honeywell Vista and/or Firelite preferred
• Experience with NFPA Inspection and testing requirements preferred

Education and Experience

• ESA and/or NICET Certification preferred
• Candidates with current state licensing are preferred

Physical Requirements

The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Heavy lifting is required up to 75lbs
• Long periods of constant standing
• Able to utilize a ladder

Expected hours of work

• Typically, 40-50 hours a week, during normal business hours
• Completes regular network maintenance outside of normal business hours, typically one to two times a month.
• Occasional work outside of typical hours to support special projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $27.50 - $32.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• 3-day weekend

Experience:

• Fire alarm installation: 2+ years
• Intrusion alarm installation: 2+ years
• Video surveillance installation: 2+ years (Preferred)

Federal and State criminal background checks are required for this positon.