Fire Alarm Technician
Job Description
At All-State Fire & Security we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services and create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the "All-State Difference".
Due to continued growth, we are looking for experienced Fire Alarm Technicians to join our team in Buffalo, NY. As a Fire Alarm Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, servicing, and testing of fire alarm systems. You will also troubleshoot, repair deficiencies and issues that are needed.
Responsibilities
- Install, Service, Program and Test Fire Alarm Systems
- Knowledge of different types of panels and how to access systems for testing or service.
- Troubleshooting issues on panel to determine which part of the fire alarm system is in need of repair and implement corrective action.
- Ability to read and use a multi meter properly
- Proper customer service and communication with internal and external customers
- Keep up with NICET Certifications. Continuing Education Credit Opportunities Provided.
- Cover on-call hours for servicing customers, including nights and weekends on a rotating basis
- Proper submission of electronic work orders, time sheets, safety assessments, job status communications on regular recurring basis
- Must be able to work solo, and with others as the job requires.
- Other related duties as assigned
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS/ EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- At least 3 years previous experience
- Microsoft Office programs
- Familiarity with Autocall/Simplex, Siemens systems, EST, etc.
- Experience in Security, IP Cameras, Access Control, and/or Nurse Call Systems beneficial
- On-site Construction experience required.
- Occasional multi-day Travel Required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Valid driver’s license
- NICET certification or equivalent
- OSHA 10 or 30 Preferred
- Current fire alarm manufacturer certifications beneficial
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Job Foreman Competencies preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Depending on the customer site, noise level could be quiet (as in a library or public office) or moderate (as in a business office with computers and light traffic)
- Ability to withstand heights, climb ladders, and perform work off lifts comfortably
- Working environment to include but not limited to retail locations, small to large office buildings, heavy industrial plants, indoors and outdoors.
