Fire Alarm Technician

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Residential Fire Alarm Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and servicing of fire alarm systems in residential properties. You’ll ensure that every system is safe, reliable, and compliant with local and national fire safety codes, helping to protect families and homes across our community.

• Install and maintain fire alarm systems in residential properties, including single-family homes, apartments, and multi-family dwellings.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all residential fire alarm and low-voltage functions.

• Coordinate daily work schedules and timelines with the project management team.

• Communicate effectively with homeowners, builders, vendors, and other on-site personnel.

• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company and OSHA standards.

• Attend daily morning meetings and maintain accurate job site logs and documentation.

• Conduct inspections and system tests to confirm proper operation and code compliance.

• Diagnose and repair issues involving control panels, wiring, sensors, and alarm devices.

• Verify that all installations and service work meet NFPA, UL, and local code requirements.

• Identify potential issues proactively and recommend corrective actions.

• Provide responsive, on-call support for residential system emergencies as needed.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in residential fire alarm installation, service, and maintenance.

• State of Ohio Fire Alarm Certification required.

• NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems preferred.

• OSHA 10-Hour and First Aid/CPR certifications a plus.

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

• Strong knowledge of residential fire alarm systems, wiring, and safety codes.

• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training.

• A supportive, safety-focused team dedicated to protecting people and property.

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single-family homes and multi-family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world. We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

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The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at ... or any IES office to request assistance.

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