Fire Alarm Technician

Who We Are

Shambaugh & Son L.P. a whollyowned indirect subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc. is a customerdriven singlesource selfperforming construction/engineering firm. We specialize in the DesignBuild method of construction resulting in fasttrack delivery of the project improvements to our customers. We are one of the largest specialty contractors in the U.S. and the only one with all eight M.E.P (Mechanical Electrical Process Automation Refrigeration HVAC Plumbing and Fire Protection) design and installation capabilities inhouse. We perform more than $1 billion of construction projects per year with over 3000 employees throughout 50 states from our home office in Fort Wayne Indiana.

Our success has been driven by our ability to attract and retain dedicated knowledgeable and seasoned professionals to become part of the Shambaugh team as we continue to build on our 95 year Shambaugh success story.

At Shambaugh we recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industrys highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers maximize return on investment and provide professional growth opportunities for people in the organization.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to install Fire Alarm Systems for all types of projects including Industrial and Commercial. Must be organized efficient and work well with others.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform onsite inspection testing troubleshooting repair and installation of fire alarm suppression and releasing systems as well as associated devices in accordance with industry standards.
• Responsible for reading and understanding assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work for inspections and determine if additional information is needed.
• Inform Coordinator of any problems and concerns with assigned projects
• Develop a thorough understanding of integrating a fire alarm system with HVAC controls smoke management systems elevator controllers sprinkler/suppression systems card access security systems and CCTV
• Have thorough understanding of the principles of fire alarm protection and fire alarm systems. Understand the specific arrangement and operation of a suppression system(s) and a releasing function(s) and be aware of the hazards associated with inadvertent system discharge for the purpose of inspection testing and maintenance
• Report to assignment with required testing tools including suitable multimeter hand tools printer etc
• Read and interpret blueprints diagrams software/systems programs schematics and operation/product manuals consistent with the level of training received
• Prepare associated paperwork/forms for customer service activities. Return completed documentation required for master customer file future inspections service accounting and payroll in a timely manner as required by procedures
• Maintain confidential information related to services performed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED; 24 year degree in a technical field from accredited college or university
• Immediately Pursue/Obtain/maintain a NICET II but not required
• Minimum 4 years experience in the installation of low voltage systems including Fire/Life Safety Systems Access Control Systems Nurse Call Systems Paging Systems HighRise Smoke Control Systems School Clock Systems and Telephone Systems
• Have fundamental knowledge of test equipment including multimeters digital analyzers frequency meters decibel meters and communicating devices
• Must be able to understand Ohms law resistance and AC/DC circuits
• Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations and have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups
• Must have experience working on commercial construction sites. And be able to run and complete a project with minimal supervision
• Must provide all personal hand tools
• Regular and reliable attendance including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

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Shambaugh 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 accommodations 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.

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