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Industrial Fire Alarm Technician

Total Fire Protection

Grand Rapids, MIJob$40–50/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$40–50/hr
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NICET IIValid Driver's License With Acceptable Driving Record

Job overview

Total Fire Protection is hiring an Industrial Fire Alarm Technician. Total Fire Protection is seeking an Industrial Fire Alarm Technician to install, service, and inspect industrial fire alarm systems. This role involves working with releasing panels, suppression interfaces, and detection and control logic. The technician will be responsible for commissioning and troubleshooting systems, requiring significant national travel.

Key focus areas include Install industrial fire alarm systems, Service industrial fire alarm systems, and Inspect industrial fire alarm systems.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, 5+ Years Fire Alarm Experience, and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Industrial Fire Alarm Systems, Releasing Panels And Suppression Interfaces, Detection And Control Logic, Commissioning, Troubleshooting, and Work Alone.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Industrial Fire Alarm SystemsReleasing Panels and Suppression InterfacesDetection and Control LogicCommissioningTroubleshootingWork AloneCollaborationElectrical AptitudeMechanical AptitudeProblem-Solving AbilitiesOperate ComputerOperate TabletRead Electronic Blueprints

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent5 Years of Experience Installing Fire Alarm SystemsValid Driver's License With Acceptable Driving RecordAbility to Stand for Long Periods of TimeAbility to Lift at Least 50 PoundsAbility to Work on a LadderNICET II

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Industrial Fire Alarm Technician

  • Grand Rapids, MI

  • Hiring Target:1 Fire Alarm / Detection Technician

Pay:$40–$50/hr.+ up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Travel:~90% National | Non-Union | Private Hotel Rooms

OPEN POSITION

  • 1× Industrial Fire Alarm / Detection & Control Technician

COMPENSATION & TRAVEL

  • $40–$50/hour depending on experience

  • Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Depending on NICET & Experience) (structured payouts)

  • $45/day per diem

  • Paid travel time

  • Company truck & fuel card

  • Private hotel room (never shared)

SIGN-ON BONUS STRUCTURE

  • 30% after 30 days

  • 30%after 90 days

  • 40% after 180 days

  • Bonus payments are contingent on continued employment. Unpaid portions are forfeited if employment ends early.

  • Early voluntary separation may require repayment.

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

  • ~90% national travel

  • Typical travel durations: 2–3 weeks

  • Project durations range from 2–4 weeks to 6 months–1 year

FIRE ALARM / DETECTION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Industrial fire alarm systems

  • Releasing panels and suppression interfaces

  • Detection and control logic

  • Commissioning and troubleshooting

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

  • NICET II preferred

  • Minimum 5 years of experience installing, servicing, and inspecting fire alarm systems required.

  • Must be able to work alone and as part of a team.

  • Must have electrical/mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required.

  • Show up promptly to scheduled daily appointments ready to work.

  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work on a ladder

BENEFITS

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

  • 401(k) with matching (fully vested after 2 years)

  • Health savings account & Flexible Spending Account options

  • Professional Development & Training Opportunities

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Company Events & Social Activities

  • Cell Phone & Travel Reimbursement

  • Yearly Apparel Allowance

Work Location: Multiple oil & gas terminal sites

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