Fire Alarm Technician

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy
• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Inspect products to determine the requirements for repair
• Repair or replace defective or worn parts and components
• Test and adjust repaired products for proper functioning
• Calibrate products using hand tools
• Adjust, align, replace or repair electronic equipment and assemblies
• Inspect and test electronic equipment and assemblies
• Diagnose and locate circuit, component and equipment faults
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports
• Provide customer service
• Verify equipment's efficiency
• Read blueprints and drawings

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification

Experience and specialization

Type of materials

• Technical reports

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel

Testing equipment and methods

• Visual inspection

Equipment and machinery experience

• Hand tools
• Alarms

Area of specialization

• Fire alarm system

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel regularly
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Reliability
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Long-term care insurance
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available