Experienced Fire Alarm Installer (Low Voltage)
- Des Moines, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Competitive pay and bonus plan.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.
- Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
- Company vehicle, tools, and equipment provided to complete all jobs.
- Scheduling and management support.
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control, and CCTV Systems as well as other related building system products at customer sites including panel repair/reprogramming, device replacement/repair, resolving low voltage circuit troubles and system testing.Organize and effectively utilize technical resources, information, material, and support to ensure the efficient execution of all assigned tasks.The position involves programming fire alarm, security, and access control system panels, but it will primarily focus on networked fire alarm systems.How you will do it
- Perform installation/programming on integrated security and fire alarm systems.
- Respond to customer service calls promptly and efficiently, troubleshoot, and repair as needed.
- Will be required to participate in the after-hours service program.
- Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive updates on outstanding customer issues.
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics, and operational/product manuals.
- Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer and contract specifications.
- Complete necessary certification courses on internal and external products used.
- Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation promptly.
Required
- At least 4 years of documented experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety Systems, Access Control, CCTV, and Security Systems.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
- Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
- Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Able to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
- Overnight travel may be required.
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
- Ability to lead & work well with team members.
- Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
- Strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly
- Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
- Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test.
- Able to obtain and retain any licenses that are required by National, State, and Local codes.
- Basic understanding of Network concepts and architectures.
- Two-year associate degree in Electronics; Network; Computer Science or a related field.
- NICET level II or ability to obtain in the first year.