Fire Alarm Service Technician

EAI Security Systems is a growing security and fire system integrator located in Rockville, MD. We primarily service commercial and government customers in the Maryland, Virginia and DC area.

We are seeking a qualified and Experience Fire Alarm Technician.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Install, program and troubleshoot Fire Alarm systems

• Project Management skills

• Be able to work independently or as team member

• Responsible for the connection of control panels, application requirements, wire concealment and Fire Alarm software installation

• Install all types of raceways

• Runs electrical wiring in the installation process

• Completes all wiring, connections, and equipment installations, ensuring that systems are complete and operational according to contract requirements.

• Troubleshoots new system installations to ensure that they are functioning properly and that they meet local, county, state and/or federal codes and any licensing and/or insurance requirements

• Manage and supervise Jr. technicians as required

• Manage several medium to large jobs concurrently and doing so within approved hours and margin tolerances

• Manage the completion of miscellaneous tasks as assigned, such as job-site clean up

Knowledge and Skills:

• Minimum 3-years of experience in the Fire Alarm industry installing field devices, programming systems and running medium to large-scaled jobs

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers

• Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis

• Must be detail oriented and organized

• Working knowledge of NFPA 701, 72 and 101

• Possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record

• Must be able to lift and move equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds

• NICET Certification is a plus

Benefits at EAI Security Systems:

• Excellent work schedule

• Competitive pay

• 401(k) with company match

• Company vehicle

• Free uniforms

• Paid vacation

• Health, dental, vision insurances