Fire Alarm Life Safety Technician

California Fire Detection (CFD), a fast-paced, rapidly growing leading Engineered Fire

Alarm Systems Distributor is seeking a Low Voltage Installer with programming experience to

work in their East Bay (Pleasant Hill, CA) office with commuting to different job sites around the Bay Area.

The technician/low voltage installer will perform installation of Fire Alarm Life Safety Systems, up to and including pulling wire, device termination, mounting back boxes, etc. Perform on-site troubleshooting, programming, and Contractor supervision of Fire Alarm Systems Installation. Ideal candidates will have Fire Alarm Experience, Experience Programming Firelite, Farenhyt and/or Kidde and be State or NICET II Certified.

REQUIREMENTS:

Able to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds.

Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders; scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics and operation/product manuals.

Capable to use all power tools necessary to complete work.

Experience with lifts and lift safety.

Ability to program and service various fire alarm systems. Experience with Firelite, Farenhyt

and/or Kidde is preferred.

Working knowledge of DOS, test equipment to include: multimeter, digital analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters and communicating devices is required.

Enroll in the WBFAA Apprenticeship Program or hold State Certification.

Be Self Motivated, hardworking and oriented to detail. Be a TEAM PLAYER contributing to the continued success, growth, and excellent reputation of CFD.

Must have understanding of requirements in accordance with NFPA 72, Underwriter's Laboratories and local Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Must have a clean criminal record, valid driver’s license, favorable DMV report.

Compensation Package includes Medical/Dental/Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay/401 K Plan. Excellent opportunity for career growth.

No out of area relocation.

Not all applicants will receive a response. Only top candidates will be notified.

No agency calls, please.