Lead Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Perks & Benefits

• • Competitive pay (based on experience)
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Company vehicle (for qualified candidates)
  • Paid time off
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Ongoing training, certifications, and development

Position Overview

Protection Technologies LLC is seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Technician to join our growing team.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can confidently install, program, troubleshoot, and commission fire alarm and low-voltage systems while also guiding junior technicians in the field. The ideal candidate is highly experienced in fire alarm systems, code-compliant installations, and leading projects from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fire Alarm Systems (Primary Focus)

• • Lead fire alarm installations from rough-in through final inspection and system turnover
  • Program, configure, and commission fire alarm control panels and networked systems
  • Perform full system testing including device verification, signaling, and panel functionality
  • Troubleshoot panels, field devices, wiring issues, and communication faults
  • Ensure full compliance with NFPA 72, NEC, and local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements
  • Coordinate and schedule inspections with fire marshals and local officials
  • Complete system inspections (quarterly, semi-annual, and annual testing as required)
  • Prepare inspection reports, deficiency lists, and corrective action documentation
  • Verify device placement, circuit integrity, labeling, and system programming accuracy
  • Maintain as-builts, programming backups, and full system documentation
  • Support system upgrades, retrofits, and panel replacements in commercial and multi-site environments
  • Coordinate with monitoring companies for proper signal verification and testing

2. Low Voltage / Security Systems

• • Install, program, and service CCTV, access control, intercom, and electronic locking systems
  • Install and terminate low-voltage cabling and associated hardware
  • Troubleshoot integrated security and life safety systems
  • Review job scopes and verify materials prior to job start
  • Ensure proper system integration across platforms

3. Leadership & Field Responsibilities

• • Lead and supervise junior technicians on job sites
  • Provide guidance on installation standards, code compliance, and best practices
  • Communicate job progress, issues, and change orders with project management
  • Ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and with high-quality standards
  • Maintain clean, organized job sites and proper care of company equipment

Qualifications

• • 3–5+ years of fire alarm installation and service experience
  • Strong knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, and local fire codes
  • Hands-on experience programming fire alarm systems (Honeywell, Notifier, Silent Knight, Fire-Lite, Siemens, etc.)
  • Ability to independently run jobs from start to finish
  • Experience leading or mentoring technicians in the field
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and specifications
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Strong troubleshooting, critical thinking, and communication skills

Preferred Certifications

• • NICET Certification (Level II or higher strongly preferred)
  • Manufacturer certifications (Notifier, Honeywell, Siemens, etc.)
  • OSHA 30 / SST (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)

Physical & Work Requirements

• • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to stand for long periods and work at heights (ladders/lifts)
  • Ability to distinguish wiring colors accurately
  • Travel to multiple job sites (local and East Coast regional work)
  • Flexible schedule and availability

Compensation

• • $55,000 – $75,000 annually, based on experience, certifications, and leadership capability

Company DescriptionProtection Technologies, LLC. is a leading provider of advanced security solutions for multi-family, government, commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure clients. We offer cutting-edge products including mobile CCTV trailers with outdoor motion sensors for perimeter security, true day/night IP/analog cameras for clear surveillance, and high-security intrusion sensors for both indoor and hazardous environments.

Our solutions provide real-time alerts, exceptional video quality, and robust protection against unauthorized access, ensuring peace of mind for every site.

Our Mission: We Aim to Secure a Better World

Our mission is to provide unparalleled security solutions, ensuring peace of mind and assurance of protection to our clients, their customers, and the public. We deliver a higher standard of security services by deploying the latest innovations. We forge lasting partnerships and enrich the experiences of those engaged in business with us. Together, we uphold professionalism, innovation, and integrity, enriching communities and setting new benchmarks in the realm of technology and security.

Company Description

Protection Technologies, LLC. is a leading provider of advanced security solutions for multi-family, government, commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure clients. We offer cutting-edge products including mobile CCTV trailers with outdoor motion sensors for perimeter security, true day/night IP/analog cameras for clear surveillance, and high-security intrusion sensors for both indoor and hazardous environments.\r\n\r\nOur solutions provide real-time alerts, exceptional video quality, and robust protection against unauthorized access, ensuring peace of mind for every site.\r\n\r\nOur Mission: We Aim to Secure a Better World\r\n\r\nOur mission is to provide unparalleled security solutions, ensuring peace of mind and assurance of protection to our clients, their customers, and the public. We deliver a higher standard of security services by deploying the latest innovations. We forge lasting partnerships and enrich the experiences of those engaged in business with us. Together, we uphold professionalism, innovation, and integrity, enriching communities and setting new benchmarks in the realm of technology and security.