Fire Alarm Commissioning Technician

Suppression Systems Inc.
tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan, company vehicle
United States, Pennsylvania, Breinigsville
155 Nestle Way (Show on map)
Mar 27, 2025
FIRE ALARM COMMISSIONING TECHNICIAN The Suppression System Incorporated, SSI, Commissioning Technician will program, test, and certify various Fire Alarm Systems and equipment. The ideal candidate is a detailed, analytical problem-solver who can make decisions solely, responsively and proficiently on matters related to providing customers a fully-functioning fire protection system. Position Summary * Write the program for fire alarm and fire suppression intelligent systems. * Install panel boards, transformers, and batteries. Make all terminations at the control panel and power supplies. * Troubleshoot wiring issues and defective modules in the field. * Perform full functional testing for all control panels including conventional and intelligent control panels. * Perform room integrity assessment and testing. * Perform puff and pressure testing. * Attend project commissioning meetings. * Complete as-built drawings and all required documentation to project manager at project completion. * Ability to perform final testing with (AHJ'S) Authority Having Jurisdiction. * Provide technical support to Service, Construction, Salesmen, Engineering and Project Managers. * Maintain a professional appearance, attitude and relationship with customers and employees at all times. * Keep assigned company vehicle clean and well maintained Required: High School Diploma or a General Educational Development Diploma (GED). Two years of technical training and three - four years field troubleshooting experience. Extensive knowledge of various Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression systems. Excellent communication skills, organizational, and time management skills Must be able to read and understand isometric/electrical drawings. Willingness to travel, including out of town work with overnight stays. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. Ability to pass required pre-employment drug-screening, background check and satisfactory driving history. Preferred: Two to four-year degree in a related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience. NICET Certification in Fire Alarm Systems, Special Hazard Systems, Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems. SSI offers a generous compensation package and benefit package including: * Full medical * Dental and vision * Company 401k retirement plan * Paid Training * Tuition Reimbursement * Company vehicle * Paid port to port * And so much more! SSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Suppression Systems, Inc. and need special assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department by emailing humanresources@SuppressionSystems.com. "Great Knowledge, Great Service, - It's That Simple!".