Installation Technician

DWS Professional Search Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to install and service fire alarm systems in commercial buildings. This role involves conducting acceptance tests, upselling products, and maintaining quality standards while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The technician will work the morning shift and participate in an on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience preferred.
• Thorough working knowledge of NFPA 72 regulations and electrical codes.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Install and service alarm systems for commercial buildings.
• Conduct acceptance tests of newly installed fire alarm systems.
• Respond to system emergencies during regular and on-call hours.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

$ 30.00 - 35.00 (US Dollar)

As a Fire Alarm Technician, you help commercial buildings fulfill their code requirements for fire protection by installing and servicing their alarm systems. You conduct thorough acceptance tests of newly installed or retrofitted fire alarm systems. You install all materials associated with alarm systems, such as control panels, modules, conduits, wires, and intrusion switches. You take pride in doing quality work.

With our clients' best interests in mind, you upsell products and services. During both regular business hours and during off-hours when on-call, you respond to system emergencies. You are diligent about keeping paperwork and reports up to date. Your job is both technical and interactive as you use your relationship-building skills to build a good rapport with clients. You get great satisfaction out of using your specialized skills to help save lives in your community!

Qualifications:

• Experience in troubleshooting
• Experience in the programming of low voltage systems
• Ability to install fire alarm systems, identify major issues, and complete necessary programming
• Thorough working knowledge of NFPA 72 regulations, electrical codes, OSHA requirements, general work safety procedures, and other applicable regulations
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to crawl up ladders and work in unusual conditions
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability and willingness to participate in an on-call rotation

Two or more years of experience is preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Do you have excellent problem-solving skills? Are you self-motivated and proactive? Can you work well independently? Do you have good interpersonal and communication skills? If so, you might just be perfect for this Fire Alarm Technician position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time fire alarm installation and service job typically works the morning shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Monday through Friday with participation in an on-call rotation required.