Fire & Life-Safety Systems Technician

Housing-Authority-of-the-City-of-Mi; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing-Authority-of-the-City-of-Mi is seeking a Technical Maintenance Specialist to inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems and life-safety equipment across facilities. You will ensure NFPA compliance, maintain thorough documentation, and work with external contractors.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with electronics or life-safety training and 2+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
• Two+ years in fire alarm inspection, testing or repair preferred.
• NICET certification and relevant licenses pursued within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual inspections and functional testing of fire alarm systems and life-safety devices.
• Test fire alarm control panels and batteries monthly for reliability.
• Inspect emergency exit signs and emergency lighting.
• Complete preventive maintenance and basic repairs.
• Maintain detailed inspection and repair documentation.
• Coordinate with outside contractors during inspections and service work.
• Obtain NICET certification and state/local licenses as required.
• Stay current with NFPA standards and local fire codes.
• Perform related duties as needed.

Skills

Reading technical documents

Procedures & reports

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Contractor coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Meters

Testing devices

Electrical wiring

Low-voltage systems

Job description

Housing-Authority-of-the-City-of-Mi is seeking a Technical Maintenance Specialist to inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems and life-safety equipment across facilities. You will ensure NFPA compliance, maintain thorough documentation, and work with external contractors.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with electronics or life-safety training and 2+ years of related experience.