Fire Alarm Technician & Tester - Detail‑Oriented Growth

DGA Security; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) + employer match

Company-paid life insurance

Competitive hourly wage $28–$32

Job summary

DGA Security is seeking a Tester/Inspector to conduct visual inspections for wear on fire alarm devices, including control panels, batteries, DGPs, notification appliances, initiating devices, and remote annunciators. You will test and document results.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the inspection supervisor, explaining work to customers, preparing inspection reports, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• 1+ years inspecting fire alarm products or related experience.
• FDNY Certificate of Fitness: S-98 preferred; willing to obtain.
• Knowledge of test equipment such as multimeters and aerosol testers.
• Understanding NFPA 72, NEC and IBC requirements.
• Proficient with mobile apps for scheduling and inspection reporting.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• NICET Level I preferred; willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Verifies proper operation; prepares accurate and timely documentation for work performed.
• Interfaces with inspection supervisor and dispatcher to ensure that all work is scheduled/handled.
• Collaborates with customers to explain work to be performed and coordinate through jobsite conditions.
• Resolves customer concerns as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Ensures customer satisfaction and a positive customer experience.
• Prepares timely inspection/ deficiency reports for submission to management.
• Maintains and organizes all testing equipment.
• Must adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Must be detail-oriented, strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Fire alarm inspection

NFPA 72 knowledge

OSHA 30 certification

FDNY S-98 certification

Test equipment use

Tools

Multimeters

Simulated battery testers

Aerosol smoke/CO testers

Job description

DGA Security is seeking a Tester/Inspector to conduct visual inspections for wear on fire alarm devices, including control panels, batteries, DGPs, notification appliances, initiating devices, and remote annunciators. You will test and document results.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the inspection supervisor, explaining work to customers, preparing inspection reports, maintaining equipment, and adhering to safety policies.