Fire Alarm Technician

Job summary

The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for conducting code-compliant inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire life safety systems. They also act as a liaison between building occupants and facility management to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.

Job details

SUMMARY The Fire Alarm Technician will report to the Regional Operations Manager. In this role, the Fire Alarm Technician will be responsible for completing code-compliant testing and inspections. Additionally, assessing risks, reporting, and proposing possible solutions on topics related to fire prevention in compliance with the ULC, NFC, NFPA and other regulatory requirements. They will liaise between building occupants, facility managers, and various stakeholders with BGIS. This role will work in collaboration with all key BGIS departments to ensure full support of all activities and play a key role in our INTEGRATED approach to operating buildings. Opportunities for Development: At BGIS we are committed to the development of our people – offering them opportunities to learn and grow into various roles. Success in the role offers Team Members the opportunity to explore various roles – some include: * On Account Operational roles, * Facility Management Office roles, * Project Management roles to lead and execute projects LICENSES AND/OR PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION * Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) * Drivers license is required KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Inspect facilities, ensuring compliance with the applicable codes and regulations. Creating action plans and recommendations to resolve any issues related to Fire Life safety compliance requirements, i.e. emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, fire doors/separations, and fire alarm systems, etc. * Inspects Fire Alarm systems and components as required by regulatory requirements for compliance and completes required repairs as required. * Analyzes the causes of fire alarms and trouble calls, following up and communicating with stakeholders to provide solutions. * Communicating with building occupants and stakeholders to address or escalate their concerns * Provides the necessary support with the main client of the building and assists in the coordination of evacuation plans. * Assists the property management team and various stakeholders with fire and life safety support/training as required * As required, actively participates in project requirements meetings and takes responsibility for the areas of their expertise. * Other duties as required KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS * College diploma in Fire Protection or equivalent * Completion of Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification * Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly * Various levels of job-related experience will be considered * Have a good knowledge of fire and life safety practices, as well as related codes/regulations and authorities having jurisdiction * Good interpersonal skills * Ability to self start working individually and/or work in teams and * Ability to interpret and analyze data, * Strong communication skills, including written, comprehension and verbal * Problem-solving skills * Fire Alarm Technician experience working in commercial environment would be an asset. This is a regular, full-time position with a hourly pay rate of $30.48 - $42.00 per hour. The starting rate will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role. We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy. BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments. At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success! BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askPC@bgis.com. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

What you’ll do

The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for conducting code-compliant inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire life safety systems. They also act as a liaison between building occupants and facility management to ensure regulatory compliance and safety.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification and a valid driver's license. A college diploma in Fire Protection or equivalent experience is required, along with strong knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Career growth opportunities

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fire alarm inspection
• Code compliance
• Risk assessment
• Technical communication
• Problem-solving
• Data analysis
• Interpersonal skills
• Emergency lighting maintenance
• Fire extinguisher inspection
• Evacuation planning
• Troubleshooting
• Facility management support
• Emergency Lighting
• Fire Protection
• Self-Starter
• NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Codes
• Fire And Life Safety
• Valid Driver's License
• Artificial Intelligence
• Telecommunications
• Management
• Textiles
• Communication
• Data Centers
• Property Management
• Facility Management
• Financial Services
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Fire Prevention
• Oil and Gas
• Leadership
• Higher Education
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Trades
• Construction
• Engineering
• Fire Alarm Technician
• Alarm / Security System Technician
• Information and Communications Technology Installers and Servicers
• Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers

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