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Lead Fire Alarm Technician

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Job Description - Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Lead Fire Alarm Technician


About the Company


Professional Fire Protection is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and trusted provider of fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses throughout the Richmond and Norfolk regions of Virginia and Eastern North Carolina since 2003. Headquartered in Norfolk, with additional locations in Ashland and Chester, Professional Fire delivers comprehensive, end‑to‑end services including system design, installation, inspection, testing, monitoring, and repair. Our expertise spans fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, special hazards and kitchen fire suppression, fire pumps, range hood and paint booth suppression, and integrated fire and security monitoring. Known for quality workmanship, responsive service, and a strong safety‑first culture, Professional Fire is driven by a team of skilled professionals committed to protecting people, property, and communities.


About the Opportunity


Professional Fire is seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician based out of our Norfolk, VA office location with special hazards, FM200 preferably with a minimum of 5 years' experience and a NICET certification would be a plus. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair Fire Alarm systems for established commercial customers on a scheduled basis and must be available for on call rotation.


Compensation



  • Hourly pay; rate is dependent on candidate's experience

  • Potential Quarterly Bonuses

  • Any hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week

  • Paid 4 hour minimum at the time and half rate for emergency service calls

  • Paid 4 hour minimum at the double time rate for emergency services calls on recognized holidays, in addition to 8 hours of holiday pay at the regular rate


Job Duties



  • Testing and Inspecting fire alarm systems in commercial buildings.

  • Responding to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.

  • Fire Alarm System testing and inspection per NFPA and local code standards.

  • Preparing accurate and timely inspection and service reports


Qualifications



  • Valid Driver's License with 3 or less points is required.

  • Minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience is required.

  • Advance knowledge of diagnostics and system repair preferred but not required.

  • NICET certification preferred, but not required.

  • Minimum of 2 years hands on experience.

  • Experience performing special hazard suppression system inspection and repair a plus but not required (FM200 and Halon).

  • Functional knowledge to test and service the following fire alarm brands: Simplex, Notifier and Fire-Lite.

  • Ability to be available on-call when scheduled.

  • Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts..

  • Ability to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.

  • Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.

  • Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.

  • Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.


Benefits



  • 401K with a company match

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Company paid Short Term Disability

  • Company paid Long Term Disability

  • Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

  • Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care

  • Aflac

  • Vacation and Personal time

  • Paid holidays

  • Tuition Reimbursement


Professional Fire Protection Systems is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.


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Guardian Fire Protection Services

Guardian Fire Protection is your single source for fire protection services in MD, VA, and DC! For all your fire safety needs, call us today.

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