Communication Skills, Construction, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fire Alarm, Fire Safety, Hand Tools, Identify Issues, Life Safety Systems, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Writing, Test Equipment, Testing, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician
Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.
The Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician is responsible for independently performing inspection, testing, and basic troubleshooting of fire alarm systems. This position can complete standard jobs without direct supervision and ensures compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Independently perform fire alarm inspections and testing per NFPA standards and local codes.
- Conduct device activation, system functionality checks, and alarm verification.
- Accurately document inspection and testing results.
- Identify deficiencies and perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs.
- Communicate findings with customers and internal teams.
- Interpret system drawings, layouts, and technical documents.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
- Travel to job sites as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Education/Qualifications:
- College Degree is preferred; however, a high school diploma or equivalent is acceptable with acceptable experience.
- A minimum 3 years of experience in the fire and life safety industry as a technician.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable codes.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- NICET Level I or above preferred.
- Able to complete standard jobs without direct supervision.
- Fire alarm experience is required for this role.
- Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented.
- Proficiency in using testing equipment including sensitivity test equipment, multi-meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
- Must be able to upgrade systems, change batteries, and add smoke detectors.
- Study and learn NFPA standards for the inspection and testing of fire protection systems.
- Must obtain NICET Level 1 Certification within six months of hire date.
- Must have or be able to obtain a Delaware Fire Alarm License.
Other Duties:
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and climbing ladders.
- Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
- Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.
- Use of hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
Pay:
- $30 to $35 DOE & Certifications
Benefits and Perks:
- Excellent pay
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability
- 401K with employer match
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Training and Career Development
- Company vehicle (if job applicable)
- Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is the nation’s leader in fire protection, life safety and security services. We are a team of fire and security industry experts who believe in serving our customers and communities with pride, working hard, and doing the right thing. We’ve come together to form the premier fully integrated fire, life safety and security company dedicated to keeping the communities we live in safe. Learn about our values and the commitment we make to our team members and our community, here.