Senior Fire Alarm Technician
Burlington, ON (Head Office)Full-time · On-siteMonday–Friday, 8:00–16:00
You'll run our most demanding fire alarm work — panel upgrades, integrated systems testing, and the troubleshooting other contractors hand off. From conventional boards to networked addressable systems, you'll diagnose, repair, and commission systems, and leave behind reports property managers can rely on.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Install, service, and troubleshoot conventional and addressable fire alarm systems across Halton, Hamilton, Niagara, Kitchener/Waterloo, and the GTA
- Lead monthly and annual CAN/ULC-S536 inspections and tests, and document findings accurately
- Diagnose ground faults, nuisance alarms, and communication failures on networked and dialer-equipped systems
- Carry out integrated systems testing with fire pumps, smoke control, elevator recall, and monitoring centre verification
- Commission new installations and coordinate inspections and sign-off with the authority having jurisdiction
- Program panels, update fire alarm response plans, and coordinate monitoring centre accounts
- Mentor junior technicians and apprentices on site
- Complete clear deficiency reports and flag repair work to the coordinator for quoting
WHAT YOU BRING
- 5+ years hands-on fire alarm service, installation, or commissioning experience
- Ontario CFAA membership of 5+ years
- Working knowledge of CAN/ULC-S524, CAN/ULC-S536, and CAN/ULC-S537
- Comfortable with addressable panels, networked systems, and dialer or communicator configuration
- Able to read and mark up floor plans, riser diagrams, and sequencing narratives
- Valid G driver's licence and a clean driver's abstract
- Comfortable working at heights and in mechanical, electrical, and elevator rooms
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive wage based on experience
- Group health and dental benefits
- Paid trade training, manufacturer panel courses, and licensing support
- Local service routes — home most evenings
- Tools, phone, and vehicle provided
To apply, email your resume and a short note to info@selectfire.ca with "Senior Fire Alarm Technician" in the subject line. We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available on request throughout the hiring process.
