Job Description

Job Title: Fire Alarm Programmer/Technician

Position Location: Maxim Fire

Direct Reports: None

Industry: Construction Service & Repair

Main Purpose of the position:

• Perform fire alarm repairs, maintenance, upgrades, and replace defective parts
• Perform programming on fire alarm systems
• Use device manuals to repair non-functioning fire alarms and restore fire alarms to original functionality
• Ensure compliance to electrical and fire codes
• Educate Client’s on preventative care and regular maintenance to prevent system malfunctions
• Keep tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, etc.
• Complete and produce reports that are legible, accurate and detailed
• Stay current with code requirements and industry changes
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required

Job Qualifications:

• KIDDE Programming
• Ability to work flexible hours including on-call rotation, nights, and weekend to meet client’s needs
• Ability to travel to multiple job sites each day
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders multiples times a day
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to use a computer and read blueprints
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, with little supervision
• Knowledge of fire systems and tools

Job Requirements:

• Two to Four (2-4) years prior relevant work experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to take and pass urinalysis testing
• Able to carry and move tools and equipment up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in or on ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Fire Alarm License (FAL)

Required Knowledge, Experience, Abilities and Core Competencies for this position:

• NICET Certification (preferred)
• OSHA Certification (preferred)

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) with company matching
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Ability to Relocate:

• Dallas, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person