Fire Alarm Installation Technician

Fire Alarm Installer

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This position is responsible for the installation and certification of life safety systems and associated devices according to local and national codes and standards. Installers are responsible for general assigned installation activities such as installation, testing, trouble-shooting and subsequent repairs on the installation of fire alarm / life safety systems and related components.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Must be punctual. Being on time is critical due to the regular need to perform functionality and sound tests prior to a buildings tenant arrivals.
• Review blueprints / drawings to determine device locations and placement.
• Ensure materials and equipment match scope of work and job sold.
• Install equipment according to national electrical, fire alarm and life safety codes and installation standards
• Meet with building engineers, property management and / or site contacts upon arrival to facility to notify of work status and again upon conclusion of workday.
• Verify integrity of all work prior to tying-in to buildings fire alarm system. This may include functionality testing of installed devices, metering circuits and devices for shorts, grounds and faults.
• Repair as needed to ensure a fully compliant system operation.
• Conduct sound tests to ensure decibel level of installed notification appliances meet or exceed NFPA requirements.
• Provide documentation according to NFPA standards upon completion of work with additional sign-off upon successful testing & certification.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed. Turn-in as-built drawings and required copies of NFPA forms to Installation Coordinator upon completion of job.
• If assigned a company vehicle, maintain an accurate inventory of truck stock, ensure vehicle is regularly serviced and immediately report any problems with vehicle.
• Provide a weekly / daily job status for review with manager.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment and report any defects or problems immediately upon discovery.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

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Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer