EST4 Fire Alarm Technician

�� Role Overview

An organization is seeking an experienced EST4 Fire Alarm Technician to support installation, programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of Edwards EST3/EST4 fire alarm and life safety systems. The role requires strong field experience, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently while supporting junior technicians.

��️ Core Responsibilities

�� Installation & Programming

· Install, program, and commission Edwards EST3/EST4 fire alarm systems

· Configure system devices, panels, annunciators, and network components using manufacturer software

· Install fire alarm devices, conduit, cabling, and related infrastructure per NEC, NFPA, and local codes

�� Testing & Troubleshooting

· Perform system startups, acceptance testing, inspections, and demonstrations

· Troubleshoot system faults, communication issues, device failures, and network problems

· Ensure systems meet operational, safety, and code compliance standards

�� Technical Interpretation & Execution

· Read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, submittals, and technical specifications

· Understand sequences of operations and manufacturer documentation

�� Coordination & Communication

· Work with project managers, subcontractors, inspectors (AHJs), and customers

· Provide service documentation, test reports, deficiency reports, and system updates

�� Maintenance & Support

· Maintain company vehicle, tools, test equipment, and inventory

· Support inspections, preventive maintenance, and service repairs

· Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and PPE requirements

�� Training & Development

· Mentor and support junior technicians and apprentices

· Participate in manufacturer training and ongoing technical education

⏱️ Work Conditions

· May require after-hours, weekend, and travel assignments

�� Required Qualifications

�� Education & Experience

· High school diploma or GED required

· Minimum 5 years of fire alarm installation/service experience

�� Technical Skills

· Strong knowledge of Edwards EST3 / EST4 systems

· Experience in system programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting

· Ability to read construction drawings and technical documents

�� Certifications & Compliance

· NICET Level II or higher preferred

· OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification required

· Valid driver’s license with clean record

· Ability to pass background check and drug screening

· CPR/First Aid and confined space training preferred

�� Knowledge Base

· Strong understanding of NFPA 72, NEC, and fire alarm codes

· Experience with electrical and low-voltage systems

�� Physical Requirements

· Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

· Work on ladders, lifts, confined spaces, and elevated areas

· Ability to stand, kneel, crawl, and work in varied construction environments

· Must use PPE (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, etc.)

�� Core Competencies

· One Company: Professionalism, accountability, trust-building

· One Team: Collaboration and open communication

· One Goal: Reliable execution and continuous improvement

· One Direction: Learning mindset and long-term growth commitment