Hiring: Fire Alarm & Security Technician Company: Summit Fire & Security Location: Erie, PA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 15:03:28 About the job Experience: •2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required. •2 years of professional computer skills, preferred. •2 years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred. Required Skills: •The purpose of the Fire Alarm & Security Technician position is to install, troubleshoot, service and repair fire alarm and security systems, and other fire and life safety products with minimal supervision. •Knowledge of different manufactures clean agent and high-pressure suppression systems. •Appropriate use of required tools and test equipment such as multi-meter, megger, laptop to program, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire alarm and suppression system components. •Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards. •Programing and software knowledge with a variety of fire alarm systems that is used when removing or replacing components. •Troubleshoot to determine fault or faults to include ground faults with fire alarm systems. •Repair or replace damaged fire alarm components such as FACP, power supply, alarm-initiating devices, etc. •Safely follow and perform procedures to handle, remove and replace explosive actuators such as squibs and gas cartridge actuators. Qualifications: •The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications. •High School Diploma or equivalent, required. •NICET or state specific certification, preferred. •NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, required. •Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. •Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement. •Must be able to travel 90% of the time, locally. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!