Lead Fire Alarm Installation/Programming Technician- Long Beach, CA- $2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Interface Security Systems LLC; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Training

Company provided vehicle

Phone

Job summary

Interface Systems is seeking an experienced Lead Fire Alarm Installation Technician in California to oversee cabling, programming, testing and commissioning of fire alarm systems on projects. You may lead a small team of Installers and report progress to leadership.

The role involves installing Fire Alarm solutions, terminating cables, and ensuring NEC standards are met. Travel may be required; comprehensive benefits, a company vehicle and a phone are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of field technician experience in electronic security.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and docs.
• Experience with installation, testing and commissioning of fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Fire Alarm systems in the field.
• Direct installers on larger jobs and relay updates to leadership.
• Terminate network and security cabling; perform testing and commissioning.
• Ensure NEC code compliance and adhere to safety policies.
• Maintain and manage project documentation and inventory.

Skills

5+ years field tech experience

EST and Honeywell systems

Valid driver's license

NICET certification (plus)

Technical reading ability

Telecom/data/security systems know-how

MS Office proficiency

Background checks eligible

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical/Business School preferred

Job description

Overview

Interface is seeking an experienced Lead Fire Alarm Installation Technician. In this position, you will be responsible for the cabling, devising, programming, testing and commissioning of the systems on a project. Dependent upon the size of the job, you could have 1 Installer with you or could be directing other Installers to facilitate the job. You will be responsible for relaying back all job information, such as updates, setbacks and challenges with leadership. You will be installing Fire Alarm solutions. This will also include installing various electronic components and cables including terminating, commissioning, and testing. Must be able to multitask to keep all aspects of the project on task and moving forward. Interface offers a dynamic, performance-oriented work culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration. Our team is driven by a shared passion for sustained excellence and where every member plays a critical role in achieving success. Interface offers a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, training, company provided vehicle and phone and much more. Base range for this role is $39.25 - $47.00. Pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to: relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that compensation ranges may differ for candidates in other locations. For more information about the perks and benefits of working at Interface, please check out our careers page.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Fire Systems.
• Work in the field with the most efficient methods to solve service issues.
• Train customers on Interface provided systems.
• Maintain acceptable and accurate inventory levels by conducting physical inventory counts.
• Verify and submit all documentation for inventoried items according to company policy.
• Install and terminate network and security cabling.
• Firestopping various types of cable penetrations.
• Install systems to current NEC standards.
• Effectively relay information to both those working under you on a project and your leadership.
• Understand, adhere to, and promote OSHA Health & Company Safety Manual policies.
• Interface with customer contacts on projects and service requests.
• Interface with the end-user and coordinate with vendors for each project.
• Hands-on field interaction with customers at the site level.
• Maintain assigned vehicle and tools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Vocational/Technical/Business School, strongly preferred.
• Experience with EST and Honeywell Systems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a proven field technician in the electronic security industry.
• Valid driver’s license.
• NICET Certification is a plus.
• Verifiable field experience.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and drawings.
• Solid comprehension of the terminology about the installation and service of telecom, data, security, and wireless systems.
• Solid Comprehension of the publications about standard telecom, data, security, and wireless systems practices, engineering, and Federal, State, and local safety standards.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to pass applicable state and federal background checks to become a registered security installer.
• Comfortable using small hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Schedule flexibility and willingness to travel overnight.
• Physical demands include: Finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination; Heavy physical effort; Climbing stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds; Ability to work from heights such as man lifts, scissor lifts, and rooftops utilizing proper fall protection; Carrying loads up and downstairs.

Interface Systems is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - all qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such action shall include, but not be limited to the following: Employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer, recruitment, or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; for rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.

If you need assistance or an accommodation in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. Any information will be treated as confidential and only used for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation as part of the recruiting process.

At Interface, we are on a constant journey of innovation and excellence. We hold ourselves to the highest standards from the way we run our business, to delivering relentless support to our customers, caring for our employees, and giving back to our communities. Put your talent to work with us – love your job. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.

Interface Systems is a leading managed service provider delivering business security, managed network, UCaaS, and business intelligence solutions to distributed enterprises. We enhance security, streamline connectivity, optimize operations, and reduce IT costs, maximizing ROI for the nation’s top brands. Our company vision is to enable enterprises to innovate faster and adapt to market forces. We bring this to life through our mission of inspiring B2C enterprises to deliver amazing customer experiences by safeguarding people and assets, enabling seamless connectivity solutions, and uncovering business insights. Our mantra as a team is relentless customer support. We are passionate, and quite honestly obsessed, about delivering an amazing customer experience. We do this through fostering an Interface company culture for our employees focused around collaboration, commitment and fun. Come join our dynamic and growing team and make a direct impact in a company committed to growth and transformation, all in service of delighting our customers and our employees.

Interface Systems does not utilize external staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or third-party recruitment vendors for our hiring needs. Our internal Talent Acquisition Team manages all recruiting and hiring activities directly. Staffing agencies and third-party recruiters are asked not to contact our hiring managers, executives, or employees regarding recruiting services, open positions, or candidate submissions. Please do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to Interface Systems or any of its employees. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions will be considered the property of Interface Systems, and no placement fees, referral fees, or other compensation will be owed in connection with the hiring of an unsolicited candidate.