We're looking for a technician who takes pride in the trade—someone who can troubleshoot a difficult system, run a project, work professionally with customers and AHJs, and help develop the technicians working alongside them.
The lead technician will perform and lead commercial fire alarm installation, service, programming, commissioning, testing and troubleshooting throughout the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and surrounding markets.
The lead technician will also work with fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, power supplies, sprinkler interfaces, fire pumps, elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, door release and other life-safety system interfaces.
Responsibilities:
Run fire alarm projects from startup through acceptance testing
Read and interpret drawings, specifications and sequence-of-operations documents
Troubleshoot SLC, NAC, power, communication and ground-fault conditions
Program and commission fire alarm systems
Coordinate work with electricians, sprinkler technicians, GCs and other trades
Conduct acceptance testing with AHJs
Document field conditions and deficiencies
Train and mentor developing technicians
Help establish Victory's field standards and best practices
Qualifications:
5+ years of commercial fire alarm experience
Strong installation, service and troubleshooting ability
Fire alarm programming and commissioning experience
Strong understanding of NFPA 72 and applicable fire alarm codes
Ability to read construction drawings and wiring diagrams
Experience working independently and leading other technicians
Professional customer and AHJ communication skills
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
NICET Level II or higher is strongly preferred
NICET Level III is a major plus
Experience with Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, NOTIFIER, Potter, Edwards/EST, Gamewell-FCI, Siemens, Simplex or similar commercial platforms is highly desirable
Strong fire alarm fundamentals, troubleshooting ability and the willingness to learn
Pay:
$38.00 - $45.00 per hour Hours: No less than 40.0 per week Benefits: Overtime opportunities
Company vehicle
Company fuel card
Company phone/tablet
Medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k)
Paid vacation and holidays
Paid manufacturer training
Paid NICET testing/certification support
Tool/boot allowance
Advancement opportunities
Direct access to Fire Alarm Division leadership
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
By joining Total Fire Protection, you not only become part of a dynamic and innovative team but also gain access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal growth. We are committed to investing in our employees' success and well-being.
