Lead Field Service Technician - Fire Alarm & Access Control

Honeywell International Inc; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Honeywell Building Automation is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, program, and maintain fire alarm and access control systems at customer sites. You will supervise subcontractors, troubleshoot during upgrades, and train customers to operate the systems effectively.

The role requires physical tasks, lifting up to 30 lbs, and travel 80% in the Western region with assignments ranging 1–3 weeks, plus flexibility for weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience commissioning, programming, installation and troubleshooting of BAS, fire and security systems.
• Background check for federal projects and safe driving record required.
• Field hands-on ability to interpret drawings and codes related to BAS systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, program and maintain fire, access control and alarm systems; supervise subcontractors and ensure quality.
• Troubleshoot during upgrades and new installations; perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on upgrades and enhancements; provide customer training.

Skills

Field service experience

Troubleshooting

Technical drawings interpretation

Valid driver’s license

Education

4-year degree in computer science or engineering technology

Tools

Lenel OnGuard

Vindicator

ProWatch

Genetec

Milestone

Notifier

VESDA

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description

As a Field Service Technician - Fire Alarm & Access Control Technician here at Honeywell Building Automation (BA), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of building automation systems. You will be accountable for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting HVAC, fire, and alarm control systems. You will report to the North America Field Service Manager and travel to the customer sites in the Western region 80% travel.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, program, and maintain fire, access control and alarm systems automation. Supervision of subcontractors on installation and inspect for quality. Systems Commissioning functions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during system upgrades and new installations.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections to ensure the optimal performance of systems.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement system upgrades and enhancements.
• Provide technical training to customers.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Requires ability to lift 30 lbs, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform physical tasks related to installation and inspection of fire alarm and security systems.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching during installation and inspection activities.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required to handle tools, wiring, and electronic test equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and extended shifts based on customer needs.
• Travel 80% in the Western United States with overnight stays. Assignments will vary in length from a 1 week to 3 weeks before returning home for a long weekend.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 5+ years’ experience in systems commissioning, programming, installation, and troubleshooting a diverse family of products in the building automation, fire, security and energy systems. (Notifier, Vesda, ProWatch, Vindicator, Lenel Onguard, Milestone, Genetec). In lieu of experience, a 4-year degree in computer science or engineering technology maybe acceptable.
• Ability to meet the background check requirements for federal projects and restricted facilities.
• Valid Driver's license and acceptable safe driving record to be insured by Honeywell.
• Field Hands-On experience to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and regulatory codes related to BAS systems.

WE VALUE

• Certifications in Lenel OnGuard, Vindicator, Prowatch, Genetec, MaxPro, Notifier, Milestone, Xtralis VESDA
• Certifications in Niagara Tridium N4, CPR, OSHA30
• NICET Certification Level II or greater
• Experience or Certifications Microsoft SQL Server and Windows Servers
• Bachelor’s degree or technical/professional certificate

Benefits Of Working For Honeywell

The annual base salary range for this position in locations where pay transparency disclosures are required, including California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, is $84,000 - $105,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, geographic location, as well as market and business considerations. Actual compensation offered may vary based on these factors.

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Posting Date: 11/12/2026

About Honeywell Technologies

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy. Learn more

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About Us

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.