Low Voltage Technician

AMPAM Parks Mechanical, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term career

Benefits package

Safety culture

Life safety work in SoCal

Job summary

AMPAM Parks Mechanical, Inc. is seeking experienced Low Voltage Technicians to perform testing, inspections, service, troubleshooting, and maintenance of low voltage and life safety systems in the San Diego area.

The ideal candidate will have fire alarm inspections experience, NFPA 72 compliance, and strong skills with access control, CCTV, security, and audio/video systems, plus customer-facing service abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of fire alarm service, inspection, testing, or troubleshooting.
• Experience with commercial fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and local codes.
• Ability to read fire alarm plans and specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual, semi-annual, quarterly, and monthly fire alarm inspections per NFPA 72 and AHJ.
• Test and inspect fire alarm systems and related life safety devices.
• Install, service, inspect, and troubleshoot Access Control, CCTV, Security, Fire Alarm, and Audio/Video systems.
• Troubleshoot Edwards fire alarm systems.
• Identify deficiencies and propose corrective actions.
• Complete inspection reports and deficiency reports promptly.
• Support fire alarm acceptance testing and customer inspections.
• Read and interpret fire alarm drawings and riser diagrams.
• Coordinate with customers, inspectors, project managers and service teams.
• Maintain OSHA and safety compliance.

Skills

Fire alarm service experience

NFPA 72 knowledge

Reading fire alarm plans

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

Edwards fire alarm systems

Job description

Position Summary

AMPAM, through its Coastal Fire & Integration Systems division, is seeking experienced Low Voltage Technicians to perform testing, inspections, service, troubleshooting, and maintenance of low voltage and life safety systems throughout the San Diego area.

The ideal candidate will have experience with fire alarm inspections, NFPA 72 compliance, troubleshooting system deficiencies, customer-facing service work, and low voltage systems including access control, CCTV, security, and audio/video systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform annual, semi-annual, quarterly, and monthly fire alarm inspections in accordance with NFPA 72 and local AHJ requirements.


• Test and inspect fire alarm systems, initiating devices, notification appliances, sprinkler monitoring devices, duct detectors, relays, annunciators, and related life safety equipment.


• Install, service, inspect, and troubleshoot Access Control, CCTV, Security, Fire Alarm, and Audio/Video systems.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose Edwards fire alarm systems.


• Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.


• Complete inspection reports, service documentation, and deficiency reports accurately and in a timely manner.


• Support fire alarm acceptance testing and customer inspections.


• Read and interpret fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, and system documentation.


• Coordinate with customers, inspectors, project managers, and internal service teams.


• Maintain compliance with company safety policies and OSHA requirements.


• Provide exceptional customer service while representing AMPAM and Coastal Fire & Integration Systems.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of fire alarm service, inspection, testing, or troubleshooting experience.


• Experience working with commercial fire alarm systems.


• Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes.


• Ability to read and interpret fire alarm plans and specifications.


• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.


• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Edwards fire alarm systems.


• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification.


• Low-voltage systems experience.


• OSHA 10 Certification.


• Experience supporting multifamily facilities.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay ranging from $40.00 to $45.00 per hour


• Stable, long-term career opportunity


• Growth opportunities within a leading MEP and Fire Life Safety organization


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Safety-focused culture


• Opportunity to work on critical life safety systems throughout Southern California

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future employment sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AMPAM and Coastal Fire & Integration Systems are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.