What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector position at American Alarm & Communications?
Electronic Alarms, a division of American Alarm & Communications, Inc. is hiring for a Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector that is licensed in RI. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as salary! Come and be part of our team!
Summary of duties and responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to the following: responsible for providing fire testing and inspections for customers. The Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector is responsible for servicing the systems in the most efficient and effective manner to assure minimum down time and maximum performance. All services must meet the highest quality standards set forth by American Alarm & Communications, Inc., while assuring a professional and safe working environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Test fire alarm and sprinkler systems at customer sites by inspecting controls, transmitters, batteries, and audible and visual alarm indicators.
· Instruct customers in system operation.
· Responsible for a degree of customer service.
· Provides written and oral reports to Central Station by phone or radio.
· Performs minor maintenance, repair and replacement to fire alarm systems.
· Physical requirements to inspect equipment include climbing ladders, poles and riders, moving valves, squatting, and lifting an average of 50 pounds.
· Other duties include reading, writing, taking verbal instruction, and using a key board
· Full compliance with AACI’s and customer’s safety program.
· Responsible for accurate tracking on time sheets, service tickets and inventory items.
· Directs the work of a service helper.
· Must be able to drive a company vehicle adhere to policy and maintain vehicle.
· Regular attendance must be maintained.
. On call every 4 weeks.
Additional Duties:
· Respond to day fire alarms to reset system
· Research and obtain information on position specific training opportunities.
· Other duties as required or assigned by company management.
· Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance and or/Massachusetts security clearance.
Equipment used to Perform Job:
Ladder, company vehicle, hand tools, (I.E. screwdriver, drill, meters, telephone headset, soldering iron, pipe bender, hilti gun etc.).
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Education:
High School Degree or equivalent and knowledge of installing all basic B/A and F/A with one to two years of related experience.
Must have a RI Fire Alarm Installer BF license
