Fire and Life Safety Technician

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The Fire and Life Safety Technician installs inspects tests maintains and repairs security fire alarm and related life safety systems. This role ensures all systems operate effectively comply with applicable codes and standards and meet customer requirements. The technician will troubleshoot system issues perform preventive maintenance and provide on-site support and training to clients. Work may involve both scheduled service calls and emergency response.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Install and service security and fire alarm systems and related devices; dismantle and / or reconstruct equipment as needed.

Conduct testing and inspections of security and fire alarm systems under maintenance agreements.

Troubleshoot and complete necessary repairs.

Make connections and adjustments as directed; test the operation of all system components.

Conduct site surveys upon request from management.

Keep manuals and system documentation up to date.

Report completed work deferred tasks and items needing further attention or materials to management.

Communicate job status or completion with customers (installation or service).

Write service and status reports.

Submit complete and accurate paperwork in a timely manner obtaining all necessary signatures.

Accurately record travel and service times complete timesheets identify warranties changes and code issues and provide thorough job descriptions.

Work independently at customer sites with minimal supervision.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

On call rotation - an employee must be available to work outside of scheduled hours and may need to respond to work-related issues if called.

Education & Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school training is a plus.

NICET Certification is preferred.

California Fire / Life Safety Technician Certification (Blue Card) is preferred.

Experience servicing commercial security and fire alarm systems is required.

Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to / from office or job site.

Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.

Ability to operate a fleet vehicle safely.

Other Duties :

Adheres to the Code of Conduct Confidentiality Agreement and Company Safety Policy.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements :

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk use hands to finger handle or feel reach with hands or arms stoop kneel crouch or crawl and is occasionally required to lift and / or move heavy objects.

The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions : balancing climbing grasping hearing mental acuity pulling pushing repetitive motion speaking talking and visual acuity.

Pay Rate :

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour depending on experience and 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 and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Customer Service,NYC,Building Evacuation,Safety Directors,Fire Wardens,FSD,Emergency,Law Enforcement,Security Staff,Access Control,Regular Basis,Fire Department,Fire Safety Plan,Fire Command Station,Life Safety Systems

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 25 - 35