What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Technician position at Mircom Group of Companies?
Fire Alarm Technician
NY/NJ, USA
Founded in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies is North America’s largest independent designer, manufacturer and distributor of intelligent building and life safety solutions. Reaching customers in over 100 countries worldwide, our portfolio includes: fire detection & alarm, communications & security, mass notification, nurse call, and building automation & smart technologies.
Mircom’s mission is to save lives and protect property by providing a line-up of innovative and advanced solutions which are scalable to satisfy diverse user demands, from small buildings to the largest complexes. Our unwavering commitment to North American manufacturing enables us to offer the highest quality and best competitive value across our vast range of products and solutions.
Summary:
Reporting to the Area Sales Manager, the Fire Alarm Technician, will play a crucial role in providing technical support to our Dealers and ESDs in the NY-NJ territory, with the ability to extend support beyond as required. The successful candidate must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule. Join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our fire protection solutions. The successful candidate must reside in central Jersey area or in one of the 5 Boroughs of New York City. Apply now to be part of an innovative company at the forefront of the industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Occasionally perform Programming, Verification and Inspection of fire alarm systems, access control and intercom systems, along with other fire protection equipment
- Program to effectively navigate fire protection systems with our end users.
- Conduct testing and evaluation of new products to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Conduct technical Lunch & Learn sessions to educate and inform clients on our products and services
- Provide technical support to customers as needed
- Provide operational training to end-users
- Extend our service offerings to better meet customer needs
- Collaborate with Engineering and Applications department to ensure seamless integration of technical solutions and effective communication with clients
- Address inquiries and resolve technical issues, while providing quality customer care
- Maintain accurate and organized documentation for all technical activities, including testing, verification, inspection and client interactions
- Ensure our customers and end-users have a positive experience working with Mircom
- Read and understand engineered drawings, specifications, programs, schematics, installation manuals, and service manuals
Requirements and Skills:
- Possess a NICET Level 2 certification is an asset, or 3 to 5 years of fire alarm experience is preferred
- Completion of high school and/or trade school
- Proficient in Programming experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
- Thorough understanding of the high-rise market, including its unique challenges and code requirements
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Superb in planning, organization, and multi-tasking skills
- Customer-service oriented and a team-player
- Accurate and detail-oriented with the ability to gather & monitor information, assess & solve problems.
- Other duties incidental to those described herein.
- Ability to travel and overnight stays as required
- Residence in central New Jersey or any of the 5 boroughs in NYC is preferred
What Mircom Offers:
- A great working environment with opportunity for career advancement
- Competitive salary
- Group Insurance benefits
- Company 401K program
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Mircom Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, color, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
Disclaimer: Mircom does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Our recruitment supplier arrangements are restricted to specific hiring needs and do not include this or other job postings. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved in advance by Mircom to provide resumes to this posting or web-site will be considered unsolicited.
