Senior Fire Technician

We are looking for a motivated Senior Fire Technician to work in our Fire Alarm, Security, Service and Confidence Testing Divisions. Individuals that enjoy working with their hands and are computer literate with an attention to detail will be successful. The Senior Fire Technician is responsible for the installation of fire systems.

About Us:

Guardian Security has been serving the people of the PNW since 1976 - for almost 50 years! We have four offices, Yakima, Bellingham, Tacoma, and our main office is in Seattle. Our goal is to provide Washington state with superior security and fire protection solutions for homes and businesses, and we believe in empowering our employees to service our customers by fostering an innovative and creative culture. We are family-owned and operated with over 150 employees.

Pay: $55+ per hour

*06 Electrical License is required, please see qualifications below*

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated technical skills to work independently on all job types from beginning to end.
• Able to direct the work and coach other technicians to maximize efficiency and build effective teams.
• Provide both on the job and classroom training to all level of technicians.
• Interact with customers to provide great customer service and identify additional opportunities for Guardian.
• Strong analytical problem solving and decision-making skills
• Work with management to identify areas of improvement and implement those changes.
• Able to lead a Fire Alarm installation and direct others to their respective roles.
• Work directly with customers onsite to communicate results of the work completed and any follow up required. Able to train customers on the system being installed.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in the field.
• Reviews the following week’s schedule and communicates with leads
• Arrives on site prepared and on time
• Maintain quality ongoing notes in CRM system (Sedona)
• Maintain positive relationships with Project Mangers, Admin and Sales Team
• Completes all required paperwork on time
• Professional attire and appearance
• Must self-dispatch to sites, ensuring timely arrival to customer’s homes and businesses.
• Travels as required to perform the service needs of the customer.
• Develops plan with manager to further career.
• Participates in the on-call schedule.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Two to four years of alarm installation experience.
• Valid driver’s license

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

Guardian provides a training program and compensation structure that rewards positive work experience and achieving industry certifications and licenses.

• Valid Electrical 06 license or out of state equivalent
• NICET Certification

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Life insurance paid for by Guardian
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid time off that builds with tenure (Year 1 - 88 hours)
• Additional 8 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement/professional development PTO

Equal Employment

Guardian Security provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Guardian Security complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Guardian Security expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Guardian Security’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Job Type: Full-time