Security and Alarm Systems Technician

Are you looking for a career in a fast paced, growing business with lots of opportunity for advancement? If so, then Encore Fire Protection may be the place for you. Encore is redefining the fire protection industry by taking a customer-first approach to everything we do. Encore Fire Protection is an industry-leading, full-service fire protection company, serving over 30,000 customers down the east coast, from Maine to Louisiana. With over 2,100 dedicated employees, we deliver top-notch service to those who rely on us to save lives and protect property through state-of-the-art fire suppression, sprinkler systems, and alarm solutions.

Our mission? To be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen. Our continued growth and success has created the need for a Security Alarm Technician working out of our Bohemia, NY Office. Our Service Coordinators are our front line problem solvers and in many cases, the voice of reason. They enjoy the fast pace environment and are masters at assembling the daily schedules of our service business to maximize profitability. Your primary goal will be to provide outstanding customer service while establishing the most efficient schedule for our installation, repair, and service crews.

Here’s a glimpse of some of the responsibilities if you are interested in joining our team:

• The ability to install, service, program, test, inspect and troubleshoot basic and complex security camera and alarm systems with limited or no supervision.
• May require some overtime hours at night, on weekends and at a moment's notice for emergency calls.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, customers, building maintenance personnel, and office personnel to execute daily workload.
• Ability to identify code issues and non-conformance issues.
• Confidence and accuracy making recommendations regarding system installation improvements.
• Commitment to respond and carry out to completion any troubleshooting and repairs on assigned customer systems.
• Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail.

Requirements:

• High school diploma is required.
• Industry experience preferred.
• Individual must possess a valid Driver's license and have a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, Fire Alarm System Theory, OSHA Requirements, and Industry Standards for Security and Fire Alarm systems installation.
• Experience with a variety of system manufacturing including Gamewell-FCI, Siemens, Notifier, Edwards, Simplex, Honeywell, Firelite, etc.

Pay Rate: $30.00/hr - $40.00/hr, commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

As a company, Encore is hyper-focused on developing a culture that thrives on success and is energized by the fact that we get to make peoples' lives better and safer each day. One of the ways we do this is by generously rewarding all those who contribute to our continued growth. But we also believe that not all rewards are monetary. Here are just a few perks that a successful individual in this role can expect:

• Hourly pay commensurate with experience with opportunity for a results-driven bonus based on personal output and effectiveness in role.
• Paid tuition for Fire Protection related schooling required in order to obtain licensing.
• High quality company swag and attire (t-shirts, hoodies, jackets) at least twice a year.
• Purpose and results driven work environment (work smarter not harder).
• Freedom to express ideas - a culture of willingness to test, try, modify, adopt, enhance, improve and change as needed.
• Access to leading edge web-based productivity tools.
• Participation in Fidelity 401(K) that includes employer match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000.

Encore Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Encore Fire Protection is an E-Verify Employer. As an EEO/AA employer, Encore Fire Protection considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.