What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems Technician position at International Staff Consulting?
We are hiring Fire Alarm and Suppression Professionals who have a passion for supporting customers and life safety.
This person will perform inspections, installation, testing, service and repairs of fire alarm systems, engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems. This includes confirming compliance with applicable life-safety and fire-safety requirements as mandated by standards, codes, manufacturers requirements, federal, state and local ordinances, customer requirements, and the expectations and requirements of the company. This is a fast-paced and demanding role with high visibility within the company.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Perform installation, inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems at the required frequencies in accordance with the requirements and instructions contained in the applicable NFPA codes and standards
- Perform programming, testing, final inspections, as-built drawings and customer training for installations.
- Troubleshoot and perform service and repair of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems
- Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations either electronically or manually
- Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow up, quotes, questions, or concerns
- Maintain vehicle in clean and orderly fashion. Keep vehicle stocked with parts, equipment, and supplies, necessary to perform the job
- Maintain equipment and tools necessary to safely perform job
- Evaluate customer site for additional equipment and services that customer may require
- Work in compliance with the Company's safety program
- Perform on-site and / or off-site (phone) emergency troubleshooting of fire alarm and suppression systems
- Discuss deficiencies noted with customer, explaining the problem and its resolution
- There may be situations which require work on nights, weekends, and / or holidays. For some locations, these demands will be more frequent or required than others. Discuss this with your Manager
- Must be comfortable with heights, working on ladders or lifts, or in confined spaces
QUALIFICATIONS
installation
