Fire Alarm Technician

We are seeking a Full Time Fire Alarm Technician/Installer to join our team! You will perform maintenance, repairs, installations, programming, and inspections of fire systems. We offer hands-on learning and actively train/develop our teams to learn innovative skills and techniques. Occasional travel is required but most work is in Southeast Michigan area.

Responsibilities:

• Install, repair, program, and perform scheduled routine preventive maintenance inspections of fire systems
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with relevant fire and electrical codes
• Complete electronic work orders/paperwork via mobile device
• Meet deadlines and finish work timely with a high level of craftmanship/precision

Experience:

• 2 - 3 years in the fire alarm/security alarm industry is preferred but experience in low voltage construction, data cabling, and general construction work a plus
• NICET Certification - preferred but not required
• State of Michigan Licensing - preferred but not required
• City of Detroit Licensing - preferred but not required
• Willing to train a team player that is detail-oriented, self-starting, organized, and can follow instructions

Skills:

• Electrical/Electronic skills
• Understanding of technical documents, drawings/floor plans, installation instructions, BOM, and electrical/fire codes
• Organizational skills to manage time, materials, vehicle, and schedule timeline of projects
• Computer Skills - Microsoft Office, e-mail, and general computer use
• Meet physical requirements of the position including, but not limited to: Standing for extended periods of time, lifting boxes over 30 lbs., climbing ladders, crouching in small spaces
• Work on ariel lifts at heights exceeding 20’ from the finished floor may be required

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required for State of Michigan licensing)
• Valid driver’s license with good record is required - no DUIs or DWIs
• No felony criminal history
• Must have own hand tools
• Safety boots/Hard sole/steel toe as required
• Must have dependable transportation until if/when assigned a company vehicle

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401K with 3% match
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Accrued vacation PTO monthly
• Uniforms provided

Pay:

• Based on experience and licensing
• DIEM if travel is required

Detroit Fire Company was founded in 2016 as a locally owned service provider for fire alarms. With National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) certified technicians, project managers, and operators on our staff, we are happy to help with your fire alarm system needs including: consulting, engineering, inspections, installations, monitoring, and service needs.