Fire Alarm Technician Trainee Full Time | 9475 Chesapeake Drive - San Diego, CA, 92123 chevron_right

Job Location 9475 Chesapeake Drive - San Diego, CA Education Level GED or Equivalent SUMMARY :

Fire Alarm Technician Trainee install fire alarm systems in new and existing buildings in all types of construction using conduit, hangers, cabling, alarm devices and panels.

They layout, assemble, install and maintain the system and related equipment for various types of fire alarm systems.*

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Install and service alarm panels, audible / visual alarms, pull stations, and detectors for fire alarm systems.*
• Use a digital multi-meter as a tool for trouble shooting ground faults, shorts, and open circuits on fire alarm systems.*
• Fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining conduit, junction boxes, terminals and equipment for fire alarm systems.*
• Strip, pull, and terminate wire to fire alarm devices using crimps, solder, shrink tubing, tape, wire nuts, and terminal blocks.*
• Attach conduits to walls, structures and fixtures using brackets, clamps, tools or anchor.*
• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems, using fire alarm testing equipment, load testing, visual and audible observation, or other methods.*
• Program single line circuit, modules, sensors, and input / output devices for fire alarm panels.*
• Measure and mark conduits for cutting and bending.*

Reliable and predictable attendance is required for the function of this job

Duties and responsibilities may be changed at any time

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

OSHA-10 and / or CPR and First Aid Training must be completed within the first 3 months of employment

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.*

Physical Requirements :

• Handling : Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
• Lifting : Raises or lowers lift to 100lbs.
• Reaching : Extends hands and arms in any direction.
• Vision : Clear, color vison.
• Stooping : Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
• Standing : Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
• Talking : Communicating by phone and in person.
• Walking and moving about on foot.

Interpersonal Skills :

Alternative or combined skills in understanding, counseling, and / or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, causing action, understanding others, or changing behavior;

and, skills of persuasiveness or assertiveness, as well as sensitivity to the point of view of others.

Travel Expectations :

This job does not require traveling. Should a personal vehicle be needed for company use during the workday, a mileage reimbursement expense form must be submitted.

Work Hours & Rest / Meal Periods :

This job is full time and requires regular work hours. Employees are provided two 10-minute rest periods for every four hours of work.

Meal periods of 30 minutes or more must be taken before the 5th hour of work and must be clocked out / in for. Employees are relieved of all duties during their meal and rest periods and are prohibited from working and / or being available to work during each of them.

If the meal or rest periods are not provided or taken for any reason, HR must be notified, and the employee is provided meal penalty premium pay.

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read the entire job description and requirements and can successfully perform this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Symons Fire Protection, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

M / F / Disability / Protected Veteran Status