Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Jobtailor; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in San Francisco, CA is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to service, inspect, and test fire alarm systems to prescribed standards.

You will perform on-site emergency troubleshooting, program and repair systems, read blueprints, and install alarms as needed while maintaining accurate service tickets. Candidates should have 5+ years in fire alarm, familiarity with CCTV and access control, and a valid driver\'s license; willingness to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in fire alarm systems.
• Experience with CCTV, intrusion systems, and access control.
• Ability to read blueprints, submittals, and manuals.
• Strong safety compliance and driving requirement.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, inspecting, and testing fire alarm systems to prescribed standards.
• Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting.
• Programming and repairs of fire alarm systems.
• Identifying code and non-conformance issues.
• Preparing accurate and timely service tickets and reports.
• Installation of fire alarm systems as required.

Skills

Fire Alarm

CCTV

Intrusion Systems

Access Control

Blueprint Reading

Equipment Testing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test Equipment

Multimeter

Digital Analyzer

Commissioning Devices

Job description

Responsibilities

• Servicing, inspecting, and testing fire alarm systems to the prescribed standards
• Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting
• Programming and repairs of fire alarm systems
• Identifying code and non-conformance issues
• Preparing accurate and timely service tickets and reports
• Installation of fire alarm systems as required

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Fire Alarm
• Some experience in CCTV, Intrusion systems, and Access Control
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals
• Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service, strong organization skills, and positive attitude
• Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times
• Fire Alarm License preferred
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Pass a pre-employment background check
• Perform other duties as assigned