Fire Alarm Project Technician - Charlotte, NC

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Description

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Fire Alarm Project Technician to join our amazing culture.

In this role, you will be responsible for installing, programming, servicing and testing of new and upgraded fire alarm systems.

As a Fire Alarm Project Technician, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results.

You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home.

You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Fire Alarm Project Technician.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal.

Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry.

We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What You’ll Do

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Act as our customer’s best service provider at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s first choice for service.
• Assist in the testing, programming and commissioning of fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Assist in the servicing of fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software / systems, programing of Fire Alarm Systems, schematics and operational / product manuals.
• Execute all work in accordance with local and national codes, general best practices as well as company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Act as our customers best service provider at all times thereby ensuring Convergint Technologies is the first choice for service.
• Communicate and work with the other team members consistently to improve overall operations of the Convergint Technology Center, and company.
• Keep up to date and informed on all company policies.
• Present a professional image of Convergint Technologies at all times in appearance and behavior.

What You’ll Need

• Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of, and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
• Solid technical skills and / or experience related to fire alarm systems, and / or electronic security systems.
• Solid programming skills and proven ability to troubleshoot problems and look for solutions.
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper).
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel locally to jobsites on a regular basis. Minimal overnight travel may be required.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company.

We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues :

• Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Company Vehicle for business use
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• And much more

Requirements :

Education : High School Diploma

Minimum Experience : 3-5 years as a Fire Alarm Project Technician experience in programming fire alarm systems.

Preferred Experience : (but not required) : NICET II Certification in Fire Alarm, Associates degree in Electronic technology, Instrumentation, 2 years of hands on experience in the commercial / industrial / low voltage / electrical industry.

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)