Fire Alarm Technician

VC-40
Workplace : Calgary
Schedule : Full time
Status : Permanent

Job Description

Job Description

Working within a team of fire protection professionals, your work will help the company to adequately meet our clients’ expectations and guarantee them fully compliant fire alarm systems.
You will mainly be responsible for the verification, programming, service and inspection of fire alarm systems according to standards and codes. Among other things, your responsibilities will be:

  • Preparation, assembly, programming, initial start-up and verification of new firealarm system, as well as project management;
  • Inspection, service and troubleshooting of existing fire alarm systems;
  • Performing upgrades, repairs, additions or improvements to systems following inspection;
  • Preparation of inspection, verification and deficiencies reports in a timely manner;
  • Respond to emergency calls during evenings and weekends, on a rotational basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS ARE

If you are enthusiastic, have the desire to be a team player and dedicated in offering excellent customer service, this position could offer the challenges and growth you are looking for.

  • 3-5 years of experience in testing and inspection of fire alarm systems;
  • Strong fundamentals in electronics or electricity or Fire Science Technology or equivalent training and experience;
  • CFAA certification or willing to work toward CFAA certification;
  • Knowledge of Notifier products and/or fire systems;
  • Experience in programming fire alarm panels;
  • Working knowledge of CAN/ULC standards S524, S536 and S537;
  • Valid driver’s license (mandatory);
  • Ability to work well independently;
  • Strong customer service skills.

WHY JOIN US

  • Viking values, respects and supports the interests of its employees from all walks of life. We will consider all qualified candidates.
  • Competitive salary based on experience and competencies.
  • 3 weeks of vacation following one year of service, 12 paid Statutory Holidays.
  • Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan upon hiring, including the virtual care platform Dialogue for a quick access to healthcare services in many Canadian provinces.
  • Group RRSP with employer contributions following 3 months of continuous service.
  • Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs.
  • Years of service Recognition Program.

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      Viking systems are designed and installed exclusively according to NFPA standards. Our team uses products that are recognized by ULC and FM Approved standards. Viking Fire Protection also meets pre-qualification requirements by several recognized organizations