ArchKey Solutions · 8 hours ago
Fire Alarm Technician Programmer
ArchKey Solutions is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. They are seeking skilled Fire Alarm Technicians to support their rapidly growing Fire & Life-Safety group, responsible for programming, commissioning, testing, and servicing fire alarm and life-safety systems across various facilities.
Civil EngineeringConstructionElectrical DistributionFacilities Support ServicesInfrastructure
Responsibilities
Program, configure, and troubleshoot fire alarm control panels and associated field devices, including firmware and software updates
Commission life-safety systems, including device testing, cause-and-effect verification, survivability compliance, and sequence validation
Configure and maintain fire alarm workstations, including database management, software updates, and network configurations
Perform system acceptance testing in accordance with NFPA 72, IBC, AHJ requirements, and ArchKey standards
Complete compliance documentation including test forms, commissioning reports, redlines, and as-built drawings
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, AHJs, and general contractors
Support service and troubleshooting efforts for programming, networking, and system issues
Diagnose and resolve wiring issues such as ground faults, opens, and shorts
Qualification
Required
2–5+ years of fire alarm installation, programming, or commissioning experience
Strong computer skills, including firmware/software upgrades and basic networking
Working knowledge of NFPA 72, IBC, and related codes
Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, risers, wiring diagrams, and sequence matrices
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Strong communication and documentation skills
Preferred
NICET Level II or higher preferred; additional certifications are a plus
Company
ArchKey Solutions
ArchKey Solutions is an electrical and technology construction firm.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
One Rock Capital Partners
2024-09-03Acquired
2021-06-07Private Equity
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