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Fire Alarm Technician

Skillforce
ROCKVILLE, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/17/2026

Skillforce is  seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician with a minimum of 6 years' experience and a NICET certification would be a plus. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair Fire Alarm systems for established commercial customers on a scheduled basis and must be available for on call rotation. 


Pay Range: $32-$36/HR DOE


Job Duties

  • Testing and Inspecting fire alarm systems in commercial buildings.
  • Responding to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
  • Fire Alarm System testing and inspection per NFPA and local code standards.
  • Preparing accurate and timely inspection and service reports

Qualifications

  • Valid Driver's License with a good driving record.
  • Advance knowledge of diagnostics and system repair preferred but not required.
  • NICET Level 3 certification or 6 years of experience in Fire Alarm field.
  • Experience performing special hazard suppression system inspection and repair a plus but not required (FM200 and Halon).
  • Functional knowledge to test and service the following fire alarm brands: Silent Knight and Fire-Lite.
  • Ability to be available on-call when scheduled.
  • Ability to read and interpret fire alarm blue prints and contracts.
  • Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts..
  • Ability to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
  • Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
  • Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.
  • Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Benefits

  • 401K 
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid holidays

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Salary : $32 - $36

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