What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Test and Inspect Technician position at Pye-Barker, formerly Acadiana Security Plus?
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The Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician is responsible for independently performing inspection, testing, and basic troubleshooting of fire alarm systems. This position can complete standard jobs without direct supervision and ensures compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.
Our EEO Statement
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician is responsible for independently performing inspection, testing, and basic troubleshooting of fire alarm systems. This position can complete standard jobs without direct supervision and ensures compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Independently perform fire alarm inspections and testing per NFPA standards and local codes.
- Conduct device activation, system functionality checks, and alarm verification.
- Accurately document inspection and testing results.
- Identify deficiencies and perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs.
- Communicate findings with customers and internal teams.
- Interpret system drawings, layouts, and technical documents.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
- Travel to job sites as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years of experience in the fire and life safety industry as a technician preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to independently perform inspections and testing.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable codes.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Independently capable in core technical functions.
- Able to complete standard jobs without direct supervision.
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and climbing ladders.
- Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
- Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.
- Use of hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- $23/hr - $29/hr (depending on experience)
- 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 is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.
Our EEO Statement
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Salary : $23 - $29