Fire Alarm Technician

Vanguard Fire & Security Systems, Inc.

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Full-time
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Skills

  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Fire Alarmunmatched
  • Fire Safetyunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Life Safety Systemsunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)unmatched
  • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Protective Servicesunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Scaffoldingunmatched
  • Security System Designunmatched
  • Test Equipmentunmatched
  • Testingunmatched

Description

Vanguard Fire & Security Systems, Inc. is looking for licensed Fire Alarm Service Technicians to join our team.


For over 60 years, Vanguard has been a leading provider of solutions and services for fire protection, life safety, and security systems from design to installation and inspections.


Our staff is highly-trained and knowledgeable in the installation and maintenance of a variety of Fire Alarm Systems for proper evacuation and life safety; customers trust in us to protect their people, property and products.


Vanguard offers a highly competitive compensation and benefit package including PTO, paid holidays and a 401K plan.


Responsibilities and Duties:


  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with fire alarm and/or special hazard systems
  • Install wiring and perform necessary tasks to route and mount wires and conduit based on blueprints and wire layouts
  • Identify risks to customers following in-depth testing and inspections;  provide effective solutions based on inspection results and system knowledge
  • Conduct routine preventative maintenance on fire alarm and/or special hazard systems
  • Read and interpret blueprints
  • Exhibit excellent customer service
Qualifications:


  • Experience working as a fire alarm and security install and repair technician for a minimum of 3-5 years
  • Possess or be interested in obtaining a NICET certification
  • Familiar with NFPA codes and standards
  • Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and lift equipment
  • Working knowledge of electrical testing equipment
 

Numbers & Facts

LocationGrand Rapids, MI
Job TypeFull-time

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