We are looking for an experienced Traveling Fire Alarm Technician who wants independence, steady work, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to grow with a fast-moving company. Candidates must be based in the Bay Area or nearby region. If you are self-motivated, organized, and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you.
This position is ideal for someone who is comfortable traveling extensively for projects throughout the United States. Overnight travel will regularly be required.
This is not a micromanaged position. We are looking for a technician who can take ownership of projects, manage their schedule professionally, solve problems independently, and operate confidently in the field with minimal supervision.
The successful candidate will perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, service, maintenance, and repairs on fire alarm systems while representing the company professionally at customer sites.
Pay & Benefits
- $35–$55/hour based on experience and certifications
- Company vehicle and tools provided
- 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for employees
- 50% employer-paid family health insurance coverage
- Daily food stipend/per diem during travel
- All travel expenses covered by the company
- Ongoing training and support
- Opportunities for advancement
- Steady, year-round work
Responsibilities
- Perform inspections, testing, service, maintenance, and repairs on fire alarm systems
- Troubleshoot and diagnose fire alarm system deficiencies and operational issues
- Conduct annual, quarterly, and monthly inspections in accordance with NFPA standards
- Program, service, and test fire alarm panels and associated devices
- Complete inspection reports and required documentation accurately and on time
- Independently manage assigned projects from start to finish
- Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, and office staff
- Ensure all work complies with applicable fire codes, NFPA standards, and safety regulations
- Travel regularly to customer sites throughout the United States, including overnight stays as required
- Maintain company vehicle, tools, and inventory responsibly
- Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to customers
Qualifications
- Experience working with fire alarm systems required
- Experience with inspection, service, troubleshooting, and programming required
- Knowledge of commercial fire alarm systems and devices required
- Experience with major manufacturers such as Notifier, Simplex, Siemens, EST, Fire-Lite, Potter, or Silent Knight considered a strong asset
- NICET certifications are considered a strong asset
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and remain organized in the field
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Comfortable managing schedules and priorities without constant supervision
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
- Willingness to travel nationwide and stay overnight as required
- Must be based in the Bay Area or adjacent region (required)
We want someone who:
- Takes pride in doing quality work
- Is dependable, motivated, and resourceful
- Can handle responsibility and make decisions independently
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Is willing to go above and beyond to get the job done right
- Wants the freedom to work independently without being micromanaged
Apply today and join a company that values hard work, independence, and professionalism.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you currently based in the Bay Area or an adjacent region?
- Are you willing to travel out of state for multiple consecutive weeks?
- Do you have your own hand tools?
- Have you programmed fire alarm panels (not just serviced/tested them)?
- Have you worked with at least three of the following: Notifier, EST, Fire-Lite, Potter, Silent Knight?
- Have you performed annual inspections in accordance with NFPA 72?
- Have you adjusted or tested a PIV or OS&Y supervisory switch?
- Have you installed a cellular communicator on a DACT/phone-line panel?
- Have you installed a cellular communicator using onboard relay outputs?
- Have you troubleshot a panel-to-central-station communication failure independently?
- Do you currently hold a valid driver's license with a clean record?
Work Location: On the road
