Senior Fire Alarm Service Technician & Technical Lead

Century Fire Protection; Fort Worth, Grand Prairie (TX, TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(K) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Supplemental Insurance including <i>…>

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Fort Worth, TX seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to independently perform advanced inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex fire alarm and life safety systems. You will mentor junior technicians, support service leadership, and assist with upgrades across commercial properties.

Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma with 5-7+ years of experience and NICET Level III/IV preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 5-7+ years of fire alarm service or installation experience.
• NICET Level III or IV in Fire Alarm Systems preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Advanced knowledge of fire alarm systems, components, and diagnostics.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 70 (NEC), and local AHJ requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret complex wiring diagrams, plans, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems in compliance with NFPA 72 and local codes.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex fire alarm systems, panels, networks, and devices.
• Diagnose system deficiencies, determine corrective actions, and complete repairs efficiently.
• Interface directly with customers, building owners, and AHJs regarding system performance and compliance.
• Complete detailed service reports, inspection documentation, and deficiency reports accurately and timely.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Fire Alarm Technician I and II personnel.
• Assist with system upgrades, retrofits, and special projects.
• Support emergency service calls and on-call rotation as required.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, vehicles, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.

Skills

Advanced fire alarm knowledge

Read wiring diagrams

Mentoring junior technicians

Customer interface skills

Education

High school diploma

5+ years fire alarm service/installation experience

NICET Level III or IV in Fire Alarm Systems

Tools

Notifier or equivalent panels

Fire alarm testing equipment

Mobile service software

Job description

Century Fire Protection in Fort Worth, TX seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to independently perform advanced inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex fire alarm and life safety systems. You will mentor junior technicians, support service leadership, and assist with upgrades across commercial properties.

Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma with 5-7+ years of experience and NICET Level III/IV preferred.