Fire Alarm Install & Service Technician

at  Jet Industries

JET INDUSTRIES - URGENT FIRE ALARM INSTALL & SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Are you a highly skilled and motivated Fire Alarm Install & Service Technician? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic and time-sensitive environment? If so, we have an immediate opportunity for you to join our team at Jet Industries! As a Fire Alarm Install & Service Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and protection of our clients’ properties.
Jet Industries Inc. is a nationwide, family-owned contractor that has thrived in business since 1977. Join our team and be part of a company that values your skills and provides a supportive and loving work environment.

REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE ALARM INSTALL & SERVICE TECHNICIAN:

• 2 years experience as a Fire Alarm Service Technician preferred
• 2 years experience as a journeyman low voltage electrician preferred
• NICET II Fire Alarm Systems or higher certification. NICET III preferred
• LEA (Limited Energy Technician Class A) Electrical License
• Working knowledge of NFPA Standards (including 70 and 72) Servicing Guidelines and local AHJ requirements (preferred)
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• NICET III Certification within 2 years after NICET II is achieved, if not already certified
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance
• Able to complete documentation as necessary; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Able to use mobile electronics such as a tablet to record and transmit inspection documents
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies
• Prepared to read and write English clearly
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction), and the general public
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background, and reference check
  Location: Salem, OR 1935 Silverton Rd NE, Salem, OR 97301, USA
  Jet Industries is an equal-opportunity employer and enforces a zero-tolerance drug policy.
  Jet Industries Inc. is a nationwide, family-owned, contractor that has thrived in business since 1977 by fostering an entrepreneurial culture that has led to our diversified construction trades.
  This same culture has helped us create a cohesive work environment. Our company lives and breathes our core values of Integrity, Customer Service Excellence, Teamwork, Accountability, and Safety. Our start-to-finish services include heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, engineering, fire protection, and maintenance. Our team completes every job with efficiency, safety, and organization in mind, ensuring the best possible results, every time. You can always count on us to minimize project waste, maintain an organized project schedule, and deliver a high-quality product.
  Pay: $38 - $49 / hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program

Job Type: fulltime
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-sit

• Perform fire alarm commissioning to ensure that systems and equipment continue to work according to functional specification
• Perform on-site routine and emergency troubleshooting, programming, and repairs, in addition to the installation, inspection, testing, and servicing of low voltage life safety product lines and fire alarm systems
• Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure the performance of system
• Ability to troubleshoot, and understand ground faults, shorts, and open circuits
• Responsible for training entry-level employees on Company procedures, systems inspection, and installation techniques
• Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow-up, quotes, questions, or concerns
• Identify code and non-conformance issues and correct them according to code standards
• Write and maintain detailed work reports and service tickets
• Read and interpret various blueprints, diagrams, submittals, and product manuals to properly program and verify systems
• Provide customer instruction as it relates to proper device use, preventative care, and consistent maintenance to prevent future system malfunctions
• Evaluate the customer site for additional equipment and services that the customer may require
• Discuss deficiencies noted with a customer, explaining the problem and its resolution
• Assist in the design of new fire alarm systems
• Work with the Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator, and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Ensure that work is completed so it can be billed in full)