Senior Fire Alarm Technician - Install, Program & Commission

Alterman, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Paid Time Off

Weekly pay via direct deposit

Job summary

Alterman Technologies in Austin seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, and service commercial fire alarm systems. Work with Siemens, EST, Honeywell, Silent Knight platforms and related components to meet NFPA 72 requirements.

Responsibilities include wiring, device installation, testing, documentation, and collaboration with project managers, inspectors, and customers. Travel throughout the Austin area is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial fire alarm installation and service experience.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes.
• Ability to read construction drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting fire alarm systems and field devices.
• Basic computer proficiency for programming, documentation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fire alarm system cabling and devices.
• Program, commission, and troubleshoot fire alarm control panels and networked systems.
• Install and service initiating devices, notification appliances, and control equipment.
• Perform inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs per NFPA 72.
• Read blueprints, riser diagrams, wiring schematics, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, customers, and other trades.

Skills

Fire alarm installation

Fire alarm service

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Education

NICET Fire Alarm Certification (Level II or higher)

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Siemens

EST (Edwards)

Honeywell

Silent Knight

Job description

Alterman Technologies in Austin seeks an experienced Fire Alarm Technician to install, program, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, and service commercial fire alarm systems. Work with Siemens, EST, Honeywell, Silent Knight platforms and related components to meet NFPA 72 requirements.

Responsibilities include wiring, device installation, testing, documentation, and collaboration with project managers, inspectors, and customers. Travel throughout the Austin area is required.