Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Fire Systems of Michigan; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation and Personal time

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Fire Systems of Michigan in Novi, MI is seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician to inspect and repair fire alarm systems for commercial clients. This full-time position requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience and NICET certification is preferred. Technicians will be expected to respond to service requests, diagnose issues, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401K with company match, and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience.
• Experience with special hazard suppression systems is a plus.
• Must be available on-call per schedule.

Responsibilities

• Testing and inspecting fire alarm systems.
• Responding to service requests and diagnosing system malfunctions.
• Preparing accurate inspection and service reports.

Skills

Diagnostics and system repair

Communication skills

Report writing

Ladder safety

Education

NICET certification

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Fire alarm brands (Simplex, Notifier, Fire-Lite)

Job description

About the Company

Fire Systems of Michigan is an affiliate company of Guardian Fire Protection and a leading provider of fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses and organizations across Michigan for more than 40 years. Located in Novi, Fire Systems of Michigan delivers comprehensive fire and life safety solutions, including inspection, testing, design, installation, monitoring, and repair across a full range of systems such as fire alarms and monitoring, fire sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, fire pumps, kitchen fire suppression, special hazards systems, and exit and emergency lighting. Known for exceptional customer service, technical expertise, and 24/7 emergency support, Fire Systems of Michigan partners with customers across diverse industries to ensure code‑compliant protection for people, property, and assets.

About the Opportunity

Fire Systems of Michigan, LLC. is seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician with special hazards, FM200 with a minimum of 2 years' experience and a NICET certification is preferred. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair Fire Alarm systems for established commercial customers on a scheduled basis and must be available for on call rotation.

Compensation

• Hourly pay: rate is dependent on candidate's experience and certifications
• Potential Quarterly Bonuses
• All hours worked between 6pm and 5am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week
• Paid 4 hour minimum at the time and half rate for emergency service calls
• Paid 4 hour minimum at the double time rate for emergency services calls on recognized holidays, in addition to 8 hours of holiday pay at the regular rate

Job Duties

• Testing and Inspecting fire alarm systems in commercial buildings.
• Responding to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
• Fire Alarm System testing and inspection per NFPA and local code standards.
• Preparing accurate and timely inspection and service reports

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License with 3 or less points is required.
• Minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience is required.
• Advance knowledge of diagnostics and system repair preferred but not required.
• NICET certification preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 2 years hands on experience.
• Experience performing special hazard suppression system inspection and repair a plus but not required (FM200 and Halon).
• Functional knowledge to test and service the following fire alarm brands: Simplex, Notifier and Fire‑Lite.
• Ability to be available on-call when scheduled.
• Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
• Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
• Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.
• Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Benefits

• 401K with a company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care
• Aflac
• Vacation and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Location

• Novi, MI and surrounding area

Position Type

• Full-Time

Fire Systems of Michigan, LLC. is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.