Fire Alarm Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Title : Non-Exempt Fire Alarm Technician

About Us : Approved Fire Protection Co. is New Jersey's oldest family-owned, full-service fire protection and safety equipment company.

Our services include fire extinguishers, alarm systems, suppression systems, SCBA, gas detection, carbon dioxide, oxygen, sprinkler systems, and so much more.

We recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industry's highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers, maximize return on investment professional growth opportunities for people in the organization.

Job Summary : Approved Fire Protection is looking for a full- time experienced Service Technician for Fire Alarm Systems.

This is a great opportunity for someone who can handle working on all types of alarm systems including building alarms, releasing panels & suppression systems.

Candidate should be mechanically inclined and possess the ability to diagnose and repair any reported problems.

Requirements :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Perform installations, repairs, testing and inspections of fire alarm and special hazard systems.
• Follow Safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to lift, carry and move cylinders and other equipment that can weigh approximately 20 to 100 pounds.
• Ability to show up to work and appointments in a timely manner.
• Must be able to use ladders and lifts.
• Repair Fire Alarm Systems : Troubleshoot, testing, wiring and replacement
• Generate correctly and legibly inspection certificates and related paperwork.
• General Knowledge of NFPA 72 and NFPA 101.
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Provide lists for fabrication and coordinate between the trades.
• Must be able to participate in emergency on-call rotation.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Prior experience in the fire protection industry; primarily fire & suppression.
• Ability to inspect, install and service all types of fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be proactive in communicating and working with other departments.
• Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a NICET certification
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background and drug tests.
• Enjoys working in a team environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Required Qualifications :

• Field experience with at least 2-4 years hands on experience in Fire Alarm Inspection / Repair
• Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a DOT HAZMAT endorsed driver’s license.
• Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a NICET level I or II certification
• Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a TWIC card
• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Must be willing to travel throughout NJ as required to project field locations.
• Language : English

If all the above resonates with your experience and skill set, apply to join our team. We provide ample opportunities for professional development to our team members through ongoing in-house training, as well as encourage team members to attend certification programs.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Approved Fire Protection is deeply committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all its job applicants and employees.

We seek to employ qualified persons in all job classifications and to administer all personnel actions affecting our employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, ancestry, or genetic information.

Individuals with a disability, disabled and other protected veterans and any other characteristic protected by applicable law will be given the fullest consideration for employment in positions for which they are qualified.

We also are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability as well as abiding by any and all state and local laws, which in addition to the above prohibit discrimination in any form.