Fire Protection Alarm Technician

From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nations leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance.

Perform fire protection system inspection testing and service call activity. Needs include fire alarms sprinklers extinguishers etc. Knowledge of NFPA 72 and NFPA 92 standards and procedures are required. The Fire Protection Technician will work as a part of fire life and safety team on a larger Facility Maintenance team. Abilities to complete work on time work as part of a team communicate with manager and follow-up with customer are critical.

• Perform service testing inspections troubleshooting and installations on facility fire safety systems with a focus or expertise on fire extinguishers
• Test and inspect facility fire safety systems as part of preventive maintenance program
• Assist in testing maintaining and performing light repairs on the fire protection system
• Learn the fire protection control system to provide service calls as needed.
• Complete all work orders and reports thoroughly and on time
• Interact with customers in professional manner; follow-up communication with customer is critical
• Perform/participate in after-hours emergency call rotation
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED required vocational or industry trade school is a plus.

• Must have NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification Level II.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 NFPA 92 NFPA 25 and NFPA 20 NFPA 72 and NFPA 291

• Backflow certification preferred
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75lbs on a regular basis
• Basic mechanical skills are required
• Valid Drivers License required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental and vision coverage along with health savings and flexible spending accounts life insurance disability a 401(k) Savings Plan College Coach and employee assistance program.

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Compensation Range: $25 to 46/HR

Other Compensation: N/A

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