Fire Alarm Technician

Job Title: Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Fire Alarm Technician with strong experience in advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, and system analysis. This hands-on and technical role focuses on resolving complex fire alarm system issues, leading field troubleshooting efforts, and serving as the go-to expert for inspections, service calls, and code compliance challenges across commercial and industrial facilities in South Florida. This position requires deep knowledge of FASA, BASA, NFPA 72, and AHJ requirements, and is ideal for a technician who enjoys problem-solving, fault isolation, and fixing systems others can’t.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex troubleshooting and diagnostics of fire alarm systems experiencing faults, intermittent issues, ground faults, communication failures, and code deficiencies.
• Conduct in-depth system analysis during FASA and BASA inspections, identifying deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot addressable and conventional fire alarm systems, including panels, devices, circuits, NACs, SLCs, power supplies, and networked systems.
• Diagnose inspection failures and work directly with AHJs to resolve compliance issues.
• Respond to advanced service calls where root-cause analysis is required.
• Support and mentor technicians by guiding troubleshooting methodology and best practices.
• Review system drawings, sequences of operation, and inspection reports to isolate issues efficiently.
• Perform verification testing after repairs to ensure full system functionality and compliance.
• Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, and customers to explain issues, solutions, and corrective actions clearly.
• Complete detailed service reports, deficiency lists, and inspection documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with NFPA 72, Florida Fire Code, FASA/BASA standards, and local AHJ requirements.
• Maintain safety standards and OSHA compliance on all job sites.

Essential Skills

• FASA and BASA Certification
• Advanced knowledge of NFPA 72, Florida Fire Code, and AHJ inspection processes
• Strong diagnostic skills for electrical, programming, and system communication issues
• Experience with commercial and industrial fire alarm systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, sequences of operation, and inspection reports
• Valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record
• Strong communication skills when dealing with inspectors, customers, and internal teams

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• NICET Fire Alarm Systems (Level II–IV preferred)
• Florida Fire Alarm Contractor License or relevant state certification
• Manufacturer certifications (Notifier, Fire-Lite, etc.)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive overtime, commission, and full benefits, making this a rewarding opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in fire alarm technology.

Work Environment

This role involves traveling around Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties to service different commercial facilities. It requires a dynamic and adaptable approach to various environments and conditions.

This is a Contract position based out of Hollywood, FL.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Hollywood,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.