Fire Alarm Technician Trainee

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

S.A. Comunale Co., Inc. is offering a three-year Fire Alarm Technician Trainee program in which you will train with experienced alarm technicians, learn installation, testing, and programming of fire alarm systems, and advance toward obtaining the Ohio Fire Alarm license and NICET Level 1 certification.

The role involves travel and hands-on exposure to conventional and addressable systems, with progressive responsibilities and customer-service expectations across multiple sites in the region.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
• Strong background in electronics or similar experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Able to lift equipment and tools up to 40 pounds required.

Responsibilities

• Train with Alarm Technicians on basic installations.
• Learn and understand how each device works and proper installation.
• Attend a basic fire alarm class and an advanced fire alarm class through Nafed or AFAA.
• Complete all training modules assigned in a professional and timely manner.
• Learn and understand the basics of installing, troubleshooting, and programming both conventional and addressable fire alarm systems.
• Eventually be able to install/service a fire alarm with little to no supervision.
• Attend a NFPA 72 Basics code class.
• Gain advanced knowledge with conventional fire alarm systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, maintain and program Fire Alarm, Access Control, Nurse Call, Intrusion, Sound, CCTV, and IP Video Systems.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork for service calls and inspections.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Participate in department on-call rotation and work flexible hours as required.
• Ability to work on low voltage systems.
• Willing to obtain Ohio Fire Alarm license.
• During third year complete NICET level 1 certification.

Skills

Electronics background

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

We provide industry-leading, end-to-end fire protection, mechanical, and HVAC services. Our skilled tradespeople work in virtually every market across the nation.

S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power. With 16 locations and over 1,450 employees, including 850 skilled tradesmen throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Kentucky, Maryland, and West Virginia, S.A. Comunale can work in virtually every market sector and facility type.

Job Title: Fire Alarm Technician Trainee

S.A. Comunale is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician Trainee. The primary function of this role is to have an interest in becoming an Alarm Technician and gain knowledge and experience in training with Alarm Technicians. This candidate will also have to eventually obtain their Ohio Fire Alarm license and NICET I Certification.

This is a three-year training program position that requires travel.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Train with Alarm Technicians on all basic installations.
• Develop an understanding of how each device works and the proper installation for all.
• Attend a basic fire alarm class and an advanced fire alarm class through Nafed or AFAA.
• Complete all training modules assigned in a professional and timely manner.
• Learn and understand the basics of installing, troubleshooting, and programming both a conventional and addressable fire alarm.
• Eventually be able to install/service a fire alarm with little to no supervision.
• Attend a NFPA 72 Basics code class.
• Eventually gain advanced knowledge with conventional fire alarm systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, maintain and program Fire Alarm, Access Control, Nurse Call Intrusion, Sound, CCTV, and IP Video Systems.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork, such as Work Tickets and Inspection and/or Deficiency Reports, for all service calls and inspections.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Provide detailed oral and written feedback to management concerning customer issues.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Participate in department on-call rotation and work flexible hours as required.
• Ability to work on low voltage systems.
• Willing & able to eventually obtain their Ohio Fire Alarm license.
• During third year complete NICET level 1 certification.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Work Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
• Strong background in electronics or similar experience required.
• Strong technical skills and the ability and willingness to learn new systems and processes required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Able to lift equipment and tools up to 40 pounds required.

Computer Skills

• Significant experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications is required.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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