Lead Fire Alarm Installation Technician

Total Fire Protection; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Company vehicle

Company fuel card

Company phone/tablet

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid NICET training

Tool/boot allowance

Advancement opportunities

Direct access to leadership

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Job summary

Total Fire Protection is seeking a lead technician to drive commercial fire alarm installation, service, programming and commissioning across the Greater Philadelphia region. You will troubleshoot complex systems, read drawings, and coordinate with electricians, GCs and AHJs to ensure smooth project delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, NICET certification, and familiarity with major platforms like Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, NOTIFIER, Siemens and Simplex.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial fire alarm experience.
• Strong installation, service and troubleshooting ability.
• Fire alarm programming and commissioning experience.
• Strong understanding of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes.
• Ability to read construction drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Experience leading other technicians and working independently.
• Professional customer and AHJ communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Experience with major platforms is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Run fire alarm projects from startup through acceptance testing.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and sequences.
• Troubleshoot SLC, NAC, power, communication and ground faults.
• Program and commission fire alarm systems.
• Coordinate work with electricians, sprinkler personnel and other trades.
• Conduct acceptance testing with AHJs.
• Document field conditions and deficiencies.
• Train and mentor developing technicians.
• Help establish field standards and best practices.

Skills

Commercial fire alarm experience

Reading drawings & sequences

Communication with customers/AHJs

lead technician capabilities

Troubleshooting abilities

Education

NICET Level II or higher

NICET Level III is a major plus

Tools

Fire-Lite

Silent Knight

NOTIFIER

Siemens

Simplex

Job description

We're looking for a technician who takes pride in the trade—someone who can troubleshoot a difficult system, run a project, work professionally with customers and AHJs, and help develop the technicians working alongside them.

The lead technician will perform and lead commercial fire alarm installation, service, programming, commissioning, testing and troubleshooting throughout the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and surrounding markets.

The lead technician will also work with fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, power supplies, sprinkler interfaces, fire pumps, elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, door release and other life-safety system interfaces.

Responsibilities:

• Run fire alarm projects from startup through acceptance testing
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications and sequence-of-operations documents
• Troubleshoot SLC, NAC, power, communication and ground-fault conditions
• Program and commission fire alarm systems
• Coordinate work with electricians, sprinkler technicians, GCs and other trades
• Conduct acceptance testing with AHJs
• Document field conditions and deficiencies
• Train and mentor developing technicians
• Help establish Victory's field standards and best practices

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of commercial fire alarm experience
• Strong installation, service and troubleshooting ability
• Fire alarm programming and commissioning experience
• Strong understanding of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes
• Ability to read construction drawings and wiring diagrams
• Experience working independently and leading other technicians
• Professional customer and AHJ communication skills
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• NICET Level II or higher is strongly preferred
• NICET Level III is a major plus
• Experience with Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, NOTIFIER, Potter, Edwards/EST, Gamewell-FCI, Siemens, Simplex or similar commercial platforms is highly desirable
• Strong fire alarm fundamentals, troubleshooting ability and the willingness to learn

Pay:

$38.00 - $45.00 per hour

Hours:

No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle
• Company fuel card
• Company phone/tablet
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid manufacturer training
• Paid NICET testing/certification support
• Tool/boot allowance
• Advancement opportunities
• Direct access to Fire Alarm Division leadership
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Opportunities for advancement

By joining Total Fire Protection, you not only become part of a dynamic and innovative team but also gain access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal growth. We are committed to investing in our employees' success and well-being.