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Eagle Mountain Saginaw Independent School District
Fire System Technician
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$50,374 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
This position performs fire and safety equipment inspections, maintenance, and repairs.Qualifications:
Education/Knowledge:
- High school diploma or GED
- Vocational/technical school training highly preferred
License/Certification:
- Valid Texas driver's license
- BPAT license/Private fire hydrant tester certification
- RME General Inspector license and/or K-Type fire extinguisher license
Experience:
- Five years of related experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Install, test, and repair fire alarm systems
- Run wiring and circuits, install hardware, and attach electrical wires
- Inspect and test systems, batteries, and electrical wiring; make adjustments/repairs as required
- Replace malfunctioning hardware and panels when necessary
- Ensure systems comply with electrical and fire codes
- Explain and demonstrate system function and operation to end users
- Coordinate and work with outside contractors on major repairs
- Perform other related duties as required
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of fire alarm systems
- Extensive knowledge of electrical and fire codes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read installation and system manuals
- Ability to read blueprints and building plans
- Ability to use hand and power tools to install hardware
- Diagnose and troubleshoot network connectivity issues
- Perform service calls to troubleshoot network interruptions or device replacements
Equipment Used:
- Computers
- Digital multimeters
- Tone and Probe kits
- Continuity tester
- Hand tools
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
- Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders
- Physically able to install system hardware and wiring
- Must be able to lift 35 pounds at a time
Environmental Factors:
- Exposure to extreme hot and/or cold weather.