Illinois Fire Alarm Installation & Service Technician

Job overview

The Illinois Fire Alarm Installation & Service Technician role is a full-time, field-based position supporting the Illinois Chicago Northland market, including Lake, McHenry, and Cook counties and Chicago. The listing is based in Plainville, CT, but the posting describes the service territory and Illinois office in Northbrook. Compensation is not specified. The role is part of Solucient Security’s Install and Service Operations team, performing life-safety work. The technician installs, programs, tests, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains commercial fire alarm and life-safety systems. The work supports reliable system operation, code compliance, safety, and a professional client experience.

What you'll do

• Install, program, inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial fire alarm and life-safety systems
• perform commissioning and system verification
• interpret drawings and wiring diagrams
• document work and test results
• communicate with clients and teammates
• train clients on system operation
• maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles
• follow safety requirements and use required PPE.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

fire alarm technician

installation and service

life-safety systems

nicet i or ii

nfpa 72

field-based

chicago northland

solucient security

monday–friday

8 a.m.–6 p.m.

on-call rotation

overnight travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

NICET I or II certification in Fire Alarm Systems is required at hire. The posting requires schedule flexibility, overtime, some overnight travel, and participation in an on-call rotation.

About the employer

Solucient Security is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths). Sector: 56.