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Western States Fire Protection Company Alarm & Detection Technician in Decatur, Illinois
National Fire Suppression is a division of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). WSFP and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other and we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.
Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistant Program
Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Discretionary Bonus
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Gym membership reimbursement
Alarm & Detection Technician
The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers equipment. Western States Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician. The preferred candidate will be outgoing, highly self-motivated, and able to problem solve. They will have strong communication skills and a professional image as well as able to handle all aspects of a project from install to programming, strong troubleshooting skills, and service work.
Job Responsibilities
Site verification of fire alarm installations
Analysis of blue prints
Coordination with other disciplines, engineers, general contractors and end users
Interact with clients, field personnel and Fire Marshals
Permit management
Management of Fire Alarm Installations from conception to completion
Job Qualifications
NICET I Certification
NICET II Certification within 1 year after NICET I is achieved
OSHA 30 or willing to acquire within 1 year
Manufacturers certificates is preferred
Minimum of 2 years service or install experience is preferred
Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes
Knowledgeable with programming and troubleshooting multiple fire alarm panel manufacturers
High school diploma or equivalent, College or Tech School preferred
Possess a valid drivers license in accordance with company policy, and be willing to travel within the state
Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking
All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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