Patriot Fire Protection

Fire Alarm Installer

Vancouver, WA
Full Time
Experienced
About Us: Since 1990, Patriot Fire Protection, Inc. has been an industry leader in fire prevention systems including design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, inspection and rapid response. With offices in Tacoma, Spokane, and Vancouver Washington, our mission is to provide the highest quality systems and services while protecting the lives and property of our customers. Learn more at www.patriotfire.com.

Why You'll Love This Role: You’ll thrive in this role if you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology and life-saving systems. As a Fire Alarm Installer, you’ll master diverse proprietary and non-proprietary electronic fire alarm systems and engage in hands-on work, from installation to programming. You’ll make a real difference in safety by identifying, documenting and solving complex problems as an expert in alarm technology plus have the opportunity to develop additional skills with ongoing learning and certifications.

If you enjoy interacting with a wide range of people - from colleagues to customers and authorities - this position will let you shine. It's a chance to make a real difference, knowing that your work directly contributes to saving lives and protecting assets.

What You'll Do:
  • Installation & Programming: Install, maintain, repair, program and configure fire alarm systems and equipment at customer sites
  • Testing: Test and inspect fire alarm systems, batteries and electrical wiring
  • Compliance: Ensure work complies with relevant codes including NFPA standards
  • Documentation: Complete inspection and correction reports and maintain required records
  • Customer Service: Convey system operations to customers and respond to emergency service calls
  • Professional Growth: Embrace opportunities to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities

What We’re Looking For:
  • High School Diploma or GED (required)
  • EL-06 License (required)
  • NICET II (preferred but not required)
  • 4+ years in fire alarm installation
  • 2+ years in fire alarm inspections, maintenance, and/or repairs
  • Understanding of NEC (low voltage) and NFPA 72
  • Familiarity with water-based fire sprinkler systems
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs
  • Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment, utility vaults (confined spaces), above ceilings, etc.
  • Able to work a full-time yet flexible schedule
  • Drug screening and background checks will only be conducted after a conditional job offer is made. We evaluate criminal history based on its relevance to the job duties.
  • This is a Safety Sensitive position. All candidates must successfully pass a comprehensive pre-employment drug screening test, including testing for marijuana/THC/cannabis, regardless of state law or medical authorization, as a condition of employment.
  • Valid driver’s license with excellent driving record
  • Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times

Ideal Candidate Attributes:
  • Continually seeks ways to improve efficiencies
  • Desire to grow and willingness to learn
  • Positive attitude and professional demeanor including good judgment and honesty
  • Operates methodically and is well organized
  • Takes initiative and can operate with minimal guidance
  • Trains teammates and openly shares knowledge and experience
  • Customer-centric: goes the extra mile to get the job done correctly

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to a thriving team, apply now to become our next Fire Alarm Installer!

Patriot Fire Protection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
 
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