Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Western States Fire Protection Co.; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Annual discretionary bonus

Employer paid life insurance

Gym membership

Job summary

Western States Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Lead Fire Alarm Technician to join our Colorado team. You will oversee installation, programming, and service of fire alarm systems, and coordinate with engineers and contractors to ensure project quality.

Ideal candidates have NICET I, NFPA 72 knowledge, 5 years of related experience, strong communication, and ability to travel within Colorado. Driver’s license and background check required; OSHA 30 is a plus.

Qualifications

• NICET I certification or willingness to obtain within 1 year.
• Solid knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable codes.
• 5 years’ service or installation experience preferred.
• Ability to travel within Colorado as needed.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Site verifications of fire alarm installations.
• Analysis of blueprints and coordination with engineers and contractors.
• Install, program, troubleshoot, and service fire alarm equipment.
• Interact with clients, field personnel, and Fire Marshals.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Communication skills

Team orientation

Education

NICET I certification

OSHA 30 certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturers certificates

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Western States Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician. If you have a strong work ethic and integrity, we want you on our team.

The preferred candidate will be outgoing; highly self-motivated, and able to problem solve.

They will have strong communication skills and a professional image as well as able to handle all aspects of a project from install to programming, strong troubleshooting skills, and service work.

The pay range for this position is $20.00-38.00 per hour depending on years of experience and licenses.

Job Responsibilities

• Site verifications of fire alarm installations
• Analysis of blueprints
• Coordination with other disciplines, engineers, general contractors and end users
• Interact with clients, field personnel and Fire Marshals
• Installation of fire alarm equipment

Job Qualifications

• NICET I certification or willing to receive the certification within 1 year
• OSHA 30 is a plus
• Manufacturers certificates is preferred
• 5 years' service or install experience is preferred
• Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes is mandatory
• Able to work independently and also in a group/training environment
• Knowledgeable with programming and troubleshooting multiple fire alarm panel manufacturers
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Understanding of expenses and schedules
• Possess a valid driver's license; in accordance with Company policy, and be willing to travel within the state of Colorado
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

This position is accepting resumes on an ongoing basis.

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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