Alarm Technician

This position is responsible for inspection, maintenance and repair of alarm detection and alert systems. 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

Investigates problems and makes repairs in accordance with all regulations, requirements, and preventative maintenance standards.

Participates in periodic upgrade or replacement of equipment, including batteries, to ensure proper operation.

Tests maintains and repairs installed fire alarm detection systems and suppression systems in accordance with industry standards and client or Company procedures.
 

Enforces OSHA regulations and compliance. 
 

Interprets technical reports, serious accidents and test data; may include working with government officials in post-incident investigation.

Plans, develops and implements alarm programs for entire facility in response to requests from facility management.

Inspects equipment visually, tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors and system transmitter, makes needed repairs and checks pressure gauges on fire suppression system storage containers.

Inspects equipment visually, tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors and system transmitter, makes needed repairs and checks pressure gauges on fire suppression system storage containers.

Inspects, installs, repairs or replaces motion detectors to provide coverage for desired area or field, including entry monitoring and tie-in to intrusion detection system.

Responsible for collecting and analyzing data from periodic inspections and suggesting upgrades or improvements to facility management.

Responsible for facility compliance with all pertinent regulations.

• Industry training, such as: entry detection, device placement, circuit wiring

  controlled entry/access, fire suppression, etc.

• Three to five years experience in building security and alarm detection and other

  related areas.

• Must have inter/intra-personal communications skills with employees and department head. Must be proficient with computer and Microsoft software programs.

• Physical Demands:  May be required to stand, sit, squat or walk for extended periods of time.

• Work Environment:  Work areas will include all areas of the government installation.