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Fire Alarm Technician – Commercial Life Safety Systems

Jobot

Iowa City, IA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$100,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Access Control, Analysis Skills, CCTV, Call Control, Cellular Telephone, Corporate Compliance, Customer Support/Service, Distribution Channel, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Fire Alarm, Fire Safety, Functional Testing, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Legal, Licensing, Life Safety Systems, Low Voltage (LV), Maintain Compliance, Nursing, On Call, Peripheral Hardware, Property Management, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Systems Administration/Management, Testing
LOCATION
Iowa City, IA
POSTED
2 days ago
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Forrest Mack
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Salary: $60,000 - $100,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded over 70 years ago and based in Cedar Rapids, with additional locations throughout the Midwest, we are a leading life safety company dedicated to delivering high-quality fire alarm and security solutions. We specialize in commercial life safety system design, installation, and maintenance for contractors, building owners, property managers, and facilities directors. As one of the largest Notifier distributors in North America, we are committed to protecting lives and property through innovative technology and exceptional customer service. Our team takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and reliability across every project we support.

Why join us?

Why Join Us?

  • Company Vehicle & Cell Phone Provided
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
  • Educational Assistance & Ongoing Technical Training
  • Stable, Established Company with Strong Midwest Presence
  • Career Advancement Toward NICET II Certification


Job Details

Qualifications – Needed

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Degree in Electronics or minimum 1–3 years of related fire alarm or low voltage experience
  • Must meet proficiencies of NICET Level II Technician and obtain NICET II Certification within 2 years
  • Experience servicing Notifier, Simplex, EST or similar commercial fire alarm systems
  • Experience with CCTV, Access Control, and Nurse Call Systems
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose low voltage electrical systems
  • Ability to obtain required state licensing for security industry work

Key Responsibilities and Duties

  • Install, service, and maintain commercial fire alarm and life safety systems
  • Troubleshoot and repair alarm panels, sirens, strobes, horns, and peripheral devices
  • Test and verify system functionality according to manufacturer specifications
  • Program and reprogram fire alarm systems using approved software and tools
  • Perform voltage, resistance, and circuit analysis using a multimeter
  • Ensure compliance with company and state regulations
  • Complete daily service documentation and reports accurately
  • Maintain assigned company vehicle in clean and operational condition
  • Participate in on-call rotation as required
  • Oversee or assist junior technicians when assigned


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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com