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Western States Fire Protection Company

Alarm and Detection Technician

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What they do

An Alarm or Security System Technician installs and repairs security systems and fire detectors in homes or businesses.

$58,267 / year median in Idaho

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Delta Fire Systems is a subsidiary of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). WSFP and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities. Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems.
Our values are simple:
integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance Employee Assistant Program Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA 401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3% Employee Stock Purchase Plan Profit Sharing Plan Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Annual Discretionary Bonus Employer paid Life Insurance Gym membership reimbursement Alarm & Detection Technician The function of this position is to provide reliable, high-quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturer's equipment. Job Responsibilities Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure performance of system Use company software to input testing results and read blueprints Analysis and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems including Ground-Faults, Shorts, Wire Integrity, Termination, Panel, Fuses, Battery Testing and much more Program dialers for monitoring. Phone line traditional and cell phone monitoring skills needed Complete basic repairs and installations including moves, adds, relocates for all types of systems and devices Complete final reports, deficiency reports and possible bids via a computer. Interact with clients, field personnel and fire marshals Coordination with other disciplines, engineers, general contractors and end users Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of jobs Responsible for training apprentices on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques All work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques practiced
Job Qualifications:
Knowledge of NFPA codes is required ID Limited Energy license or ability to get within 1 year NICET I or II Certification a plus High School Diploma/ GED required Fire Alarm Service Experience required Manufactures certifications are preferred but not required (EST, Gamewell, FCI, Notifier, Honeywell, Simplex, Siemens) Field installation experience is a plus Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes is preferred Possess an understanding of expenses and scheduling OSHA 30 is a plus Ability to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor