Lead Fire Alarm Technician – Nationwide travel

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Lead Fire Alarm Technician at Honeywell you will be at the forefront of protecting lives and property by ensuring the performance and reliability of critical fire alarm and life safety systems. You will lead the programming troubleshooting maintenance and inspection of cutting-edge fire detection systems in complex environments. Your technical expertise will directly support the safety of our clients and the quality of our fire protection solutions.

You will work closely with project managers and other stakeholders ensuring systems are installed and maintained in accordance with industry codes and Honeywells high standards of excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Travel to customer sites 7590% of the time for several days and weeks at a time
• Manage your own travel arrangements site coordination and reporting.
• Program configure and test fire alarm control panels and related devices
• Perform troubleshooting diagnostics and repairs on fire alarm and life safety systems
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure operational readiness and code compliance
• Oversee subcontractors and perform quality checks in accordance with customer requirements and regulatory standards
• Interpret construction drawings specifications and applicable fire codes
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to meet project schedules and quality expectations
• Maintain accurate service documentation inspection reports and compliance records
• Perform additional duties as required to support project and business objectives

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs climb ladders work at heights and perform physical tasks related to installation and inspection of fire alarm systems.
• Frequent standing walking bending kneeling and reaching during installation and inspection activities.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required to handle tools wiring and electronic test equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends holidays and extended shifts based on customer needs.
• Typical assignments range from a few days to several months with company paid travel home 1 weekend per 8 weeks period.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in fire protection or a closely related field.
• Experience commissioning programming and troubleshooting complex Fire Alarm systems.
• NICET level III in Fire Alarm Systems OR ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.
• Strong understanding of NFPA codes local fire regulations and industry standards.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel up to 90%.
• Ability to pass federal background check.

WE VALUE

• NICET IV in Fire Alarm systems.
• California fire alarm license.
• Associates degree in Fire Protection Technology Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot independently and provide mentorship to junior technicians.
• Notifier Onyx training and/or certification.
• Familiarity with Honeywell XLS-3000 and ZLS-140 systems a strong plus.
• Excellent communication time management and organizational skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

The annual base salary range for this position is $65400-$98200. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the candidates work experience education and training key skills as well as market and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary leading-edge work and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts EAP and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave Paid Time Off (for vacation personal business sick time and parental leave) and 12 Paid Holidays. For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Job Posting Date: January 8th 2025.

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the worlds most critical challenges around energy safety security air travel productivity and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state-of-the-art technology solutions to improve efficiency productivity sustainability and safety in high-growth businesses in broad-based attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer more comfortable and more productive world enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell:click here

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Building Automation (BA) is a leading global provider of products software solutions and technologies that enable building owners and occupants to ensure their facilities are safe energy efficient sustainable and productive. BA products and services include advanced software applications for building control and optimization; sensors switches control systems and instruments for energy management; access control; video surveillance; fire products; and installation maintenance and upgrades of systems. Revenues in 2022 for BA were $6B and there are approximately 18000 employees globally.