Lead Fire Alarm Technician

$73k to $100k

Lakewood, CAPosted Oct 31, 2025

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What we offer

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance Employee Assistant Program Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3% Employee Stock Purchase Plan Profit Sharing Plan Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Annual Discretionary Bonus Employer Paid Life Insurance Gym membership reimbursement Lead Fire Alarm Technician Western States Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Fire Alarm Technician.

If you have a strong work ethic and integrity we want you on our team. The preferred candidate will be outgoing; highly self-motivated, and able to problem solve. They will have strong communication skills and a professional image as well as able to handle all aspects of a project from install to programming, strong troubleshooting skills, and service work.

The salary range for this position is $35.00-$48.00 per hour depending on experience.

Job Responsibilities

Site verifications of fire alarm installations Analysis of blueprints Coordination with other disciplines, engineers, general contractors and end users Interact with clients, field personnel and Fire Marshals Installation of fire alarm equipment Job Qualifications NICET I certification or willing to receive the certification within 1 year DIR Fire Life Safety Certification "Blue Card" OSHA 30 is a plus Manufacturers certificates are preferred 5 years' service or install experience is preferred Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes is mandatory Able to work independently and also in a group/training environment Knowledgeable with programming and troubleshooting multiple fire alarm panel manufacturers High school diploma or equivalent Understanding of expenses and schedules Possess a valid driver's license; in accordance with Company policy, and be willing to travel within the state Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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