Beacon Communications
Fire Alarm Engineer/Programmer
Beacon Communications, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, United States, 56379
Job Purpose:
The Fire Alarm Engineer/Programmer is responsible for supporting the sales team with design and estimating fire alarm systems. The position requires the individual to be on site for programming, commissioning, and testing of fire alarm systems. Perform routine maintenance to ensure the systems are functioning correctly. Ensure all systems are compliant with local, state, and federal codes and regulations. In addition, the position will assist the CAD (computer-aided design) team with completing submittal drawings, data sheets, permitting, and other duties as assigned. The salary range for this role is between $40.00 - $50.00/hour, commensurate on relevant education, experience, and other job-related factors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Designing, installing, testing, and maintaining fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with fire safety codes and regulations
Create fire alarm system designs based on building layouts, codes, and client needs
Install and program fire alarm systems, including wiring, control panels, and devices, according to specifications and codes
Conduct thorough inspections and tests to ensure all components are working properly and to commission the system upon completion
Perform routine maintenance, such as checking batteries and detectors, and troubleshoot faults to repair systems promptly
Ensure all systems meet local, state, and federal codes and regulations, such as those from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Assist the sales team to assure the appropriate solutions align with client needs
Assist with product data submittals and submission of shop drawings
Position may require travel as necessary
Other Duties: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or management to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
Required Skills & Abilities:
Minimum 1824 months of installation experience or equivalent knowledge
Fire alarm programming EST3, EST4, IO, and Edge experience, preferred
NICETII, NICET III, preferred
AutoCAD and Bluebeam experience, preferred
Technical expertise in electrical systems and fire safety codes
Deep understanding of electrical wiring, circuits, and fire alarm system components like control panels, sensors, and communication systems
In-depth knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations
Ability to use design software (CAD), diagnostic tools, and specific fire alarm system software
Ability to program fire alarm systems to meet specific project requirements
Continued development in system installation and commissioning
Ability to use testing tools, devices, and equipment
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, and customers
Education, License and Experience:
High School Diploma or approved equivalent
Holds OSHA 10 or higher certification
Ongoing involvement in Beacons training programs
Maintain a valid drivers license
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting, prolonged standing, walking, handling, gripping, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching
Requires stooping, crouching, crawling, and working on or under floors
Ability to transport ladders up to 12 feet in height and lift ladders off vehicle roof racks
Willing and able to climb and stand on ladders and scaffolding
Frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, including overhead
Maintain a clear background check to satisfy customer jobsite badging requirements
Submit to vaccinations and screening tests required by customer jobsite protocols
Maintain compliance with company drug and alcohol screening policies
Travel Requirements:
25% - 50% Travel may be required, as necessary
An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Designing, installing, testing, and maintaining fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with fire safety codes and regulations
Create fire alarm system designs based on building layouts, codes, and client needs
Install and program fire alarm systems, including wiring, control panels, and devices, according to specifications and codes
Conduct thorough inspections and tests to ensure all components are working properly and to commission the system upon completion
Perform routine maintenance, such as checking batteries and detectors, and troubleshoot faults to repair systems promptly
Ensure all systems meet local, state, and federal codes and regulations, such as those from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Assist the sales team to assure the appropriate solutions align with client needs
Assist with product data submittals and submission of shop drawings
Position may require travel as necessary
Other Duties: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or management to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
Required Skills & Abilities:
Minimum 1824 months of installation experience or equivalent knowledge
Fire alarm programming EST3, EST4, IO, and Edge experience, preferred
NICETII, NICET III, preferred
AutoCAD and Bluebeam experience, preferred
Technical expertise in electrical systems and fire safety codes
Deep understanding of electrical wiring, circuits, and fire alarm system components like control panels, sensors, and communication systems
In-depth knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations
Ability to use design software (CAD), diagnostic tools, and specific fire alarm system software
Ability to program fire alarm systems to meet specific project requirements
Continued development in system installation and commissioning
Ability to use testing tools, devices, and equipment
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, and customers
Education, License and Experience:
High School Diploma or approved equivalent
Holds OSHA 10 or higher certification
Ongoing involvement in Beacons training programs
Maintain a valid drivers license
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting, prolonged standing, walking, handling, gripping, pushing, pulling, bending, and stretching
Requires stooping, crouching, crawling, and working on or under floors
Ability to transport ladders up to 12 feet in height and lift ladders off vehicle roof racks
Willing and able to climb and stand on ladders and scaffolding
Frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, including overhead
Maintain a clear background check to satisfy customer jobsite badging requirements
Submit to vaccinations and screening tests required by customer jobsite protocols
Maintain compliance with company drug and alcohol screening policies
Travel Requirements:
25% - 50% Travel may be required, as necessary
An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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