Fire Alarm Technician

Valdez International Corporation; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fire protection company in Birmingham is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician responsible for testing and maintaining fire alarm systems. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license, knowledge of NFPA codes, and excellent customer service skills. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards and providing documentation for inspections. Competitive benefits include health and retirement plans, along with opportunities for certification training.

Benefits

Flex Spending Accounts

401(k), ESPP, Profit Sharing

PTO & Company Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and industry standards.
• Ability to withstand heights and climb ladders comfortably.

Responsibilities

• Test and inspect fire alarm systems.
• Install and maintain fire alarm equipment.
• Provide documentation of inspections and improvements.

Skills

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Customer service skills

Electrical theory aptitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

NICET I or II certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Windows OS

Job description

PROVIDING RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR ALL FIRE PROTECTION NEEDS SINCE 1990.
International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based values driven fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy on our purpose of building meaningful relationships while making the world a safer place . Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to be the trusted leader in fire protection, delivering the highest quality life safety solutions with commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence .

What We Offer:

• Flex Spending Accounts (health and dependent)
• 401(k), ESPP, Profit Sharing
• PTO & Company Paid Holidays
• EAP

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for testing and inspection of fire alarm systems as well as preventive maintenance with knowledge of multiple manufacturers’ products. The Technicians will provide accurate and detailed inspection reports with all proper documentation of improvements and complications. They will also assist in selling IFP services for any identified deficiencies.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pulling wire, installing conduit and mounting devices.
• An aptitude for electrical theory and knowledge, or ability to learn, is considered a requirement.
• Program, test, inspect and service fire alarm systems.
• Site verifications of fire alarm installations
• Read and interpret fire alarm drawings.
• Cover on-call hours for servicing customers, including nights and weekends on a rotating basis.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid driver's license
• Interact with clients, field personnel and AHJ’s.
• Installation of fire alarm equipment.
• Ideal candidates have cross training in all fire protection fields (fire alarm, clean agent/special hazards, fire extinguisher, fixed wet/dry chemical suppression systems, backflow prevention, fire sprinkler, emergency lighting) preferred.
• Candidate should hold relevant manufacturers and state licenses for Fire Alarm License to inspect Suppression Systems.
• Have a strong knowledge of NFPA codes and industry standards. Maintain good habits and do not cut corners.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills along with Outstanding Customer facing service and problem-solving skills.
• Stay current with code requirements and industry changes.
• PC Skills including Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Depending on the customer site, noise level could be quiet (as in a library or public office) or moderate (as in a business office with computers and light traffic)
• Communicate effectively with your leaders regarding job status and any concerns.
• Keep your work truck clean and organized.
• In addition to required PPE, dress appropriately to represent yourself and IFP as a professional tradesman and organization, respectively.
• Ability to withstand heights and climb ladders comfortably.
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Electronic Trade School training is a plus
• NICET I or II certification or willing to receive the certification within 1 year.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

International Fire Protection is committed to complying with all laws prohibiting discrimination in employment and to providing equal employment opportunity to applicants and employees without discrimination on the basis of sex/gender, age, disability, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, military/veteran status, or other protected characteristics as defined by local, state, and federal law. In keeping with this commitment, International Fire Protection will provide reasonable accommodations in the application process to otherwise qualified applicants with a disability.

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation of disability in connection with the application process should contact Talent Leader at 256-562-1311.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.