Sr. Fire Alarms Electronics Technician - Mid Shift
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
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Job summary
The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is seeking a Sr. Fire Alarms Electronics Technician to provide technical support for fire alarms and emergency voice alarm systems. This full-time position requires on-site presence at Sites 200 and 300.
The successful candidate will maintain and repair intricate Life Safety Systems, interpret blueprints, and analyze technical electronics data. Candidates must secure a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance and possess an associate degree in electronics or a related field.
Qualifications
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q‑level security clearance.
- Advanced skills in Fire and Emergency Voice alarm systems.
- Experience with troubleshooting electronic circuits.
Responsibilities
- Maintain, modify, and repair specialized Life Safety Systems.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues with electronic equipment.
- Review and document Fire alarm test results and issues.
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Job description
We have an opening for a Sr. Fire Alarms Electronics Technician. You will provide advanced technical support to functions in the maintenance, design, modify, test, repair and installation of fire alarms and emergency voice alarm systems in support of Fire and Alarms Life Safety Systems and Infrastructure. This position may require working at Site 300 in Tracy, California. This position requires full‑time on‑site presence due to the nature of the work.
- Maintain, modify, and repair specialized Life Safety Systems and computer‑controlled interfaces, specialized detection systems including fire alarm and fan control panels, fire suppression systems, emergency and general use voice systems, criticality alarms systems and refrigerant/oxygen monitors. Utilize multimeter, digital scopes, analyzers, frequency meters and other testing equipment to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
- Set up and operate intricate systems and electronic equipment such as fire alarm and emergency voice paging systems, refrigerant monitors, data gathering panels in support of the repair and maintenance of LLNL's Life Safety Systems and Infrastructure Systems in accordance with approved procedures.
- Interpret specifications from complex Fire and Emergency Voice alarm blueprints, diagrams, specifications, software and systems programs, schematics, and operation/product manuals.
- Review, interpret, write, and document Fire and Emergency Voice alarm test results to identify and resolve complex technical problems, report results, and/or recommend solutions.
- Develop or evaluate test procedures, determine circuit requirements, and develop applications software.
- Collect data and provide in-depth analysis and evaluation of complex technical electronics data utilizing computer‑based data acquisition and controls to report results.
- Assist in the Fire and Emergency Voice alarm design controls, engineering planning and decision process.
- Maintain regular contact outside the work unit, including with upper management, and independently interact with scientists, engineers, and personnel of all levels.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q‑level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
- Associate degree in electronics, computer maintenance, electro‑optic, or other relevant field, or equivalent combination of related technology education and experience.
- Advanced skills and technical understanding of Fire and Emergency Voice alarm analog and digital electronics technology with Fire and Emergency Voice alarm electronic controls and interlocks.
- Experience interpreting Fire, Emergency Voice alarm and other related or unrelated alarm sub systems blueprints, electronic schematics, diagrams, specifications, and software and system program operation/product manuals.
- Advanced skills and significant experience in the use of Fire and Emergency Voice alarm multi‑meters and other electronic test equipment associated with testing and troubleshooting electronic circuits.
- Significant experience analyzing complex technical electronics data to resolve complex technical problems.
- Advanced organizational, attention to detail, accuracy, and follow‑through skills, including written and verbal communication, presentation skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively interact with all levels of management, technical, and administrative personnel.
- Intermediate computer skills and experience using software, such as Fire and Alarms micro‑controller, Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, overtime, on‑call, or weekends in all buildings and areas of Site 200 and Site 300 to accomplish goals, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, be medically qualified to wear protective equipment, and ability to work in confined spaces.
- Advanced Experience performing preventative and corrective maintenance on electronic systems.
- NICET certifications; CA Fire/Life Safety Technician.
- Familiarity with the LLNL Site 200 or Site 300 Fire and Alarms Life Safety Systems (MXL, XLS, Desigo, System 3, and Emergency Voice Paging Alarm Systems MXLV, EVA, VoiceCom, and Wheelock); knowledge of Integrated Safety Management (ISM), LLNL and EMD policies and procedures.
- Experience and ability to lead and coordinate the daily maintenance, inspections, test and repair of fire alarm and emergency voice alarm systems.
$52.23 – $63.97 hourly. This is the lowest to highest salary range in good faith we believe would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.
- Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (depending on project needs)
- Our values - https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values
Site 300 is an experimental test site operated by LLNL. Situated on 7,000 acres in rural foothills approximately six miles southwest of downtown Tracy and 15 miles southeast of Livermore, Site 300 hosts approximately 200 employees with expertise in engineering, chemistry, biology, and environmental restoration. Employees assigned to work at Site 300 may be exposed to the organism that causes San Joaquin Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis).
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q‑level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. All L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q‑level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but is not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.
If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
A job related pre‑placement medical examination may be required.
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non‑employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.
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