Fire Alarm & Suppression Systems Technician

Securitas

  • Lexington, KY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000 colleagues in 40 countries are focused daily on our purpose to help make your world a safer place, and our commitment to deliver an unparalleled client experience. With clients at the heart of all we do, our people, knowledge and technology power our connected ecosystem of health, safety and security solutions and services.Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs scheduled and/or routine Fire Inspection preventive maintenance on a variety of Fire System equipment under contract agreement by inspecting, adjusting, cleaning, and calibrating systems and checking out equipment to ensure it's in satisfactory working order
  • Completes maintenance that reduces service calls and emergency calls and results in achieving the goal of zero call backs
  • When required assists with the start-up of new equipment or system installation and makes adjustments as needed to ensure the system is operational
  • Perform work assignments in a safe manner and within specified cost limits.
  • Promote, build, and maintain good customer relations and assists with contract retention. Seek opportunities for upgrading fire systems
  • Maintain company property and documentation in accordance with established policies; handle proprietary information in the prescribed manner; adhere to and support Securitas Technology policies and procedures including all safety requirements
  • Maintain knowledge of industry changes and new developments in products and technology
  • Attend and complete training programs as requested
  • Present a professional appearance and maintain a clean, orderly and professional vehicle image
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two to five years of experience installing and/or servicing intrusion, fire alarm, access control, and CCTV security systems with basic understanding of electronics, wiring, local and national codes
  • IP Video and IT experience
  • ESA Certified Alarm Technician preferred
  • Fire/Life Safety Systems experience required
  • S98 certification required or NICET I & II
  • NTS Certified Service Technician preferred
Highly Preferred Skills:
  • Knowledge or certification in Fire Panel Manufacturers
  • Vocational/technical degree in electrical, security, or computer systems preferred
  • Bosch, DMP, Edwards / EST, Honeywell, Radionics, Simplex and/or GE / Mirtone system knowledge preferred
  • IT/Networking Certification preferred
Securitas Technology offers comprehensive benefits including:
  • Highly competitive salary
  • Company training and industry leading certification program
  • Company Vehicle
  • Company Cell Phone
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
  • 401K with 60% Match up to 6% of salary
  • Paid vacation, holiday and sick time
  • Educational Assistance
  • Exceptional growth opportunities
  • Wide variety of employee discounts on travel, equipment, and more!
We are a nationwide provider of security solutions and an equal opportunity employer committed to adverse workforce. Our core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness are proudly demonstrated daily by our employees to our customers and the communities we service.

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