Fire and Security Technician

Socket.dev; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RapidFire Safety & Security is seeking a Fire Alarm and Security Technician to install, program, and maintain access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems. You will run low voltage wiring, test systems, and ensure compliance with electrical codes at job sites.

Responsibilities include demonstrating systems to customers, troubleshooting faults, and maintaining tools and vehicles.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, programming, and maintaining fire life safety and security systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and electrical codes.
• Pass background check and maintain clean driving record.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Team player with customer-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and service low voltage systems such as access control, video, intrusion alarm, fire alarm and intercoms.
• Having experience working with Maxxess, Bosch, DMP, and Ubiquiti systems is required.
• Inspect Fire alarm systems per NFPA 72 requirements.
• Install cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; position and terminate cables, wires, and strapping.
• Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms
• Perform installation or service in accordance with work orders, building plans, and manufacture installation manuals. Determine material requirements and installation procedures
• Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features to ensure proper functioning or to diagnose malfunctions
• Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or faulty equipment.
• Maintain & protect company vehicle, tools, hardware, and equipment to be installed on projects

Skills

Maxxess access control

Bosch security systems

DMP security systems

Ubiquiti networking

Electrical codes & safety

Tools

Maxxess

Bosch security/video

DMP

Ubiquiti

Job description

Description

About RapidFire Safety & Security

RapidFire Safety & Security is a leading provider of fire life safety and security solutions, earning customer trust by delivering exceptional value through strategic acquisitions, allowing us to drive organic growth in every market through the excellence of our teammates.

Job Summary

The Fire Alarm and Security Technician position is responsible for safely installing, programming, and maintaining access control, video surveilance, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems equipment & wiring. This position will install individual components and various wiring throughout sites, following necessary electrical codes & procedures, and according to instructions provided. This position will also test various systems & components, repairing as necessary according to system specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install and or service low voltage systems such as access control, video, intrusion alarm, fire alarm and intercoms.
• Having experience working with Maxxess, Bosch, DMP, and Ubiquiti systems is required.
• Inspect Fire alarm systems per NFPA 72 requirements.
• Install cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; position and terminate cables, wires, and strapping. Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors. Ensure work is completed in accordance with relevant electrical codes
• Demonstrate systems for customers, and explain details such as the causes and consequences of false alarms
• Perform installation or service in accordance with work orders, building plans, and manufacture installation manuals. Determine material requirements and installation procedures
• Test backup batteries, keypad programming, sirens, and all security features to ensure proper functioning or to diagnose malfunctions
• Examine systems to locate problems such as loose connections or faulty equipment.
• Maintain & protect company vehicle, tools, hardware, and equipment to be installed on projects

Knowledge, Skill & Other Requirements

• Excellent technical skills (installation, repair, and troubleshooting)
• Experience with Maxxess access control, Bosch security and video systems, DMP systems, and Ubiquiti networking and wireless equipment. Proficiency with all four platforms is required.
• Knowledge of current electrical/system codes & regulations
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Must pass background check and have clean driving record
• Knowledge of basic electricity theory