Rockville, MD

2026-05-02

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Lead Fire Alarm Technician with special hazards, FM200 with a minimum of 2 years’ experience and a NICET certification is preferred. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair Fire Alarm systems for established commercial customers on a scheduled basis and must be available for on call rotation.

Compensation

* Hourly pay: rate is dependent on candidate’s experience and certifications
* Potential Quarterly Bonuses
* All hours worked between 6pm and 5am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week
* Paid 4 hour minimum at the time and half rate for emergency service calls
* Paid 4 hour minimum at the double time rate for emergency services calls on recognized holidays, in addition to 8 hours of holiday pay at the regular rate

Job Duties

* Testing and Inspecting fire alarm systems in commercial buildings.
* Responding to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
* Fire Alarm System testing and inspection per NFPA and local code standards.
* Preparing accurate and timely inspection and service reports

Qualifications

* Valid Driver’s License with 3 or less points is required.
* Minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience is required.
* Advance knowledge of diagnostics and system repair preferred but not required.
* NICET certification preferred, but not required.
* Minimum of 2 years hands on experience.
* Experience performing special hazard suppression system inspection and repair a plus but not required (FM200 and Halon).
* Functional knowledge to test and service the following fire alarm brands: Simplex, Notifier and Fire-Lite.
* Ability to be available on-call when scheduled.
* Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
* Ability to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
* Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
* Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.
* Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Benefits

* 401K with a company match
* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Company paid Short Term Disability
* Company paid Long Term Disability
* Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
* Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care
* Aflac
* Vacation and Personal time
* Paid holidays
* Tuition Reimbursement

Job Location

* Rockville, MD and surrounding area

Position Type

* Full-Time

Full-time

Associate

Fire Protection

$35.00/hr – $50.00/hr