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Fire Alarm Technician

TheCoTeam — Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States

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Join our team and help keep your community safe! We're looking for experienced, dependable candidates to fill the role of Fire Alarm Technician- helping protect the homes and businesses in your community.
You Are:

  • A trustworthy individual. Hungry to learn and grow. Hands-on and love being in the field as opposed to being behind a desk. Technically inclined and always curious how things work.

You Have:

  • Experience on construction sites. Ability to climb ladders, pull cabling, use power tools & hand tools. A steady work history (3yrs between hops), a pleasant disposition, High EQ.

Your Location:


  • In-Person (Not Remote or Hybrid)


  • 500 8th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602


Your Schedule:


  • Full Time (40hrs/Wk)


  • Monday to Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)


  • Availability for after hours on call rotation, as assigned


Your Manager:

  • Mark, Operations Manager

Your Contribution to Park Security Systems:


  • Install and wire fire alarm systems - panels, detectors, pull stations, and notification devices


  • Test and inspect systems for code compliance (Fire Alarm Systems, Codes, & Standards)


  • Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, and technical documents


  • Advanced troubleshooting and repair of devices and system malfunctions


  • Coordinate with local fire department to avoid unnecessary response during testing


  • Recommend upgrades/repairs when necessary


  • Respond to and resolve support/service tickets; phone and email support as needed


  • Train clients on system use


Your Ideal Background/Experience:


  • Knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems, Codes, & Standards


  • Certification as a Fire Alarm Inspector (NICET or equivalent preferred)


Park Security Systems' Contribution to You:


  • $30-$35/hr based on experience


  • 401k matching


  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance


  • Employee discount


  • Flexible spending account


  • On-the-job training


  • Paid time off