Why You’ll Love This Job
Altus is a full-service fire and life safety services platform. We offer a complete suite of solutions, from the design, engineering, installation, and servicing of state-of-the-art fire and life safety systems to training, consulting, crisis management and business continuity services.
Altus Fire & Life Safety d/b/a Adcock Systems LLC Lanham located in Lanham, MD is looking for a Fire Alarm Technician to join our team! The Fire Alarm Technician is primarily responsible for testing, inspecting and servicing fire alarm systems.
We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our team members.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair various fault conditions in system wiring, including grounds, shorts, and related issues
- Diagnose and repair trouble conditions traced to head-end panel components such as boards, power supplies, CPUs, amplifiers, and audio devices.
- Conduct acceptance testing of new and existing fire alarm systems to ensure proper functionality and code compliance.
- Perform maintenance testing of fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards.
- Install new fire alarm equipment with precision and adherence to design specifications.
- Deliver exceptional communication and customer service during all service interactions.
- Respond to after-hours emergency calls and participate in a scheduled on-call rotation to provide timely support.
- Read and interpret schematics, shop drawings, and manufacturer installation and operation manuals to ensure accurate troubleshooting and installation.
- Service and test fire alarm and life safety systems.
- Complete within assigned hours in a manner that reduces emergency calls and results in achieving zero callbacks.
- Work assignments are to be performed in a safe manner and within specified cost limits.
- Union Local 26.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2+ years experience as licensed fire alarm technician.
- Must have a valid Fire Alarm license in MD.
- Electrical license or NICET is preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, follow directions and meet deadlines.
- All applicants will undergo a comprehensive background check.
- Must be flexible with working hours and be willing to be part of an on-call rotation.
- Report to assigned job site location on time, as directed.
- Maintain and properly store tools, materials, and equipment.
Type: Full Time (Hourly)
Job ID: 163574