Installation Technician

Description

Position is part of the installation pool to support the construction of fire alarm, security, access control, voice/data, and any other low voltage systems that DynaFire provides their customers.

Relationships and Roles:

• Memorize and apply the DynaFire 8 Core Values and Mission Statement.
• To fully understand that position is very important in assisting the successful delivery of a DynaFire system for our customers.

Requirements

• Read blueprints of low voltage systems and how related to the layout of a building.
• Install the components that make up the low voltage systems such as smoke detectors, pull stations, video cameras, door contacts, etc.
• Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, floors, etc.
• Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, wall cavities, conduit, j-hooks, bridle rings, etc.
• Adjust sensitivity of devices or set addresses of devices.
• Mount and fasten control panels.
• Test and repair circuits and sensors by following wiring and system specifications.
• May be required to inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures under the supervision of a project manager or foreman.
• Test batteries, keypad and annunciator programming, notification appliances, and security features in order to ensure proper functioning and diagnose malfunctions under the supervision of a project manager or foreman.
• Acquire and maintain the required tools on the tool list.
• Learn to use fish tape, ohmmeters, power drills, and screwdrivers.
• Meet installation deadlines as described by the project manager or foreman.
• Accurate daily tracking of time via ExakTime.
• Full compliance with company's and customer's safety program and policies.
• Full compliance of DynaFire's policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by DynaFire.
• May be some out of town travel required.
• Learning to hand program low voltage systems.
• Able to direct other installers if requested by project manager or foreman.
• 20. Communicate effectively with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).

Training and Certification Requirements:

• At least 5 years of installation experience in the fire alarm industry.
• Be NICET Level I certified and maintain certification. Attain NICET Level II within 12 months.
• Participate in required DynaFire sponsored training.
• May be requested to share in serving as a trainer in the DynaFire sponsored training.
• Consider going to manufacturing training to become certified in a DynaFire low voltage system.