Senior Fire Alarm Technician

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Workplace : Ottawa, ON
Schedule : 40 hours/week
Number of jobs to fill : 1
Status : Full-time/Permanent
Salary : $28 to $40 per hour

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 service and inspection of fire alarm systems according to standards and codes. Among other things, your responsibilities will be:

  • Inspection, service and troubleshooting of existing fire alarm systems; 
  • Performing upgrades, repairs, additions or improvements to systems following inspection; 
  • Preparation of inspection, and deficiencies reports in a timely manner; 
  • Respond to emergency calls during evenings and weekends, on a rotational basis.

Required Qualifications

  • Diploma in Fire Protection Technology/Technologist; 
  • CFAA certification; 
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience in service and inspection of fire alarm systems; 
  • Strong customer service skills; 
  • Working knowledge of CAN/ULC standards S524, S536 and S537; 
  • Knowledge of Notifier products (an asset); 
  • Valid driver’s license; 
  • Bilingual (an asset); 
  • Ability to work well independently; 
  • 5+ years’ experience in programming fire alarm panels (an asset).

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 competencies and experience.
  • 3 weeks of vacation from May 1st following 1 year of service, 12 paid Statutory Holidays and 5 paid personal days per year.
  • 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 (4%) following 3 months of continuous service.
  • Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs.
  • Years of service Recognition Program.

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      Industry Standards & Affiliation

      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