Technician, Fire Alarm

Summary/General Description Of Job:

The Fire Alarms Technician installs, programs, maintains and repairs fire alarm equipment in accordance with relevant codes.

Essential Duties & Job Functions:                                             

§  Works on various types of fire alarm systems and related devices by performing one or a combination of the following: component installation, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, constructing, maintenance level programming and testing.

§  Applies practical application of technical knowledge of Fire Alarm Panel/Systems principles and determine malfunctions.

§  The equipment ‑‑ consisting of either many different kinds of Fire Alarm systems/circuits, or multiple repetition of the same kind of circuit ‑‑ includes, but is not limited to, the following:  (a) electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radio and telephone (b) digital and analog computers, (c) industrial measuring and controlling equipment, (d) integrated alarms, and associated fiber optic material for the above.

§  Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems (i.e., those that typically cannot be solved solely by reference to manufacturers' manuals or similar documents) in working on Fire alarm equipment. Such problems include resolving problems with equipment and/or systems where documentation is lacking or very vague.

§  May provide technical guidance to lower level technicians.

§  Performs other related duties as assigned.

May perform work in other classifications when incidental work is necessary to the accomplishment of the work assignment.  Significant work in another job classification may be required if accompanied by any wage adjustments applicable.

Accountable For:

•       The proper use of tools and equipment commonly used in the fire alarm technician field.

•       Completing all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.

•       Timely and cost-effective performance of duties.

•       Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work.

•       Dealing with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations.

•       Adherence to established company safety policies and good industrial and office safety practices.

•       Compliance with company Standard Operating Procedures and Personnel policies and procedures.

•       Having the ability to work well under pressure.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Professional Associations):

Mandatory

•       At least 4 years’ experience required in servicing electrical / mechanical systems in the Fire Alarm or Special Hazard / Fire Suppression industry.

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