Senior Fire Alarm Programmer & Troubleshooter

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle

ALL In Ownership Plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Duluth, GA, is hiring a Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Senior Technician to independently perform complex inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems. The role requires strong technical proficiency and adherence to NFPA standards and local codes.

You will document results, interpret drawings, guide apprentices, and travel to job sites while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in the fire and life safety industry as a technician.
• Minimum 3 years programming commercial fire alarm systems.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 72 and local codes.
• Ability to read complex system drawings and specifications.
• Proven ability to work independently with sound technical decisions.
• NICET Level II+ preferred.
• Clean driving record and active driver's license if driving role.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform inspections, testing, and advanced troubleshooting of fire alarm systems per NFPA standards.
• Execute complex system testing including integrated system functionality and sequence of operations verification.
• Document inspection, testing, and deficiency reports accurately per regulations and company requirements.
• Diagnose system issues and perform repairs or recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret blueprints, system designs, and technical specifications.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to Apprentices and Technicians as needed.
• Travel to job sites as required and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Fire alarm testing

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Independent work

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma

NICET II+ preferred

Tools

Advanced testing equipment

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Duluth, GA, is hiring a Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Senior Technician to independently perform complex inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems. The role requires strong technical proficiency and adherence to NFPA standards and local codes.

You will document results, interpret drawings, guide apprentices, and travel to job sites while maintaining safety and quality.