Description
Fire Alarm Technician
George A. Kint, Inc. has an amazing opportunity for a Fire Alarm Technician. Are you a detail-oriented Fire Alarm Technician who values safety, precision, and high-quality work? George A. Kint is looking for experienced professionals to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm systems in commercial buildings. If you're passionate about protecting lives and property through expert fire safety solutions, we’d love to hear from you!
About us
George A. Kint Inc. is a proud, family-owned business spanning more than three generations. For over 70 years, we've served our clients, our employees and our community with the same integrity and respect as we treat our own family. It takes something special for a business to last this long. That “something special” is our family. Our family is more than just the people named “Kint.” All of our employees and customers are treated like family. And all of our people have helped make George A. Kint Inc. the success it is today.
What you’ll do
As a Fire Alarm Technician, you will have a unique opportunity to make a significant and meaningful contribution to the success of George A. Kint, Inc. and its customers through the following core job responsibilities:
- Install fire alarm systems including control panels, detectors, pull stations, and notification devices.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Ensure systems are installed according to NFPA codes and local regulations.
- Perform routine inspections to ensure systems are functioning properly.
- Test alarm systems and components to verify operational readiness.
- Document inspection results and report any deficiencies.
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning fire alarm systems.
- Replace faulty wiring, sensors, or control modules.
- Perform preventive maintenance to extend system life and reliability.
- Maintain accurate records of installations, inspections, tests, and repairs.
- Ensure systems meet all safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, dispatchers, and team members.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
What you need to thrive in this role
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–3+ years of experience with fire alarm systems (installation, maintenance, or inspection) preferred but not required.
- Familiarity with NFPA codes, local regulations, and industry standards.
- Ability to read blueprints and technical documents.
- NICET certification or equivalent (preferred but not required).
- Strong attention to detail and safety practices.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- Ability to lift 75lbs with appropriate equipment to assist as part of normal daily job function.
- Willing and able to work a rotating on call schedule as well as flexible hours including early morning, nights, and weekends.
- Current or prior experience using a variety of hand tools, power tools, meters, and pipe threading machines.
- Well versed with the use of smart phones and other electronic devices such as iPads and computers.
- Ability to successfully complete basic and recurring training and demonstrate knowledge retention.
- Proven ability to work independently and with a team.
- Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen.
What we offer you
At George A. Kint, Inc., our employees love what they do and love where they work. We offer great perks like:
- Paid time off and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Employer paid basic term life insurance with additional optional term life insurance available
- Employer paid short term disability benefits
- Voluntary employee paid long term disability insurance
- 401k with generous company match
- Opportunities for professional development and certification
- Company-provided tools and vehicle (if applicable)
I’m interested, how do I get started?
Apply to: https://app.jobvite.com/j?aj=o90ayfwB&s=Jobvite
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Our hiring management partner is myHR Partner. myHR Partner is not a staffing service or recruiter. All resumes/applications will be reviewed for this position and only for our organization.
Thank you for considering us as a potential employer!
At George A. Kint, Inc., we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to that by ensuring that our place can be anyone’s place.