Fire Alarm Programmer

Job overview

The Fire Alarm Programmer role is onsite in West Palm Beach, FL, and compensation is not specified. Fortis Fire & Safety provides fire protection and security services across the United States. The programmer configures, commissions, tests, and troubleshoots commercial fire alarm systems to ensure they operate according to project designs and applicable codes. The role coordinates with project teams, customers, and field technicians to support safe, timely project completion.

What you'll do

• Program, commission, test, and troubleshoot commercial fire alarm systems
• perform startups and verify device operation
• configure control panels, annunciators, network components, and peripherals
• diagnose programming and integration issues
• review plans and specifications
• coordinate with project managers, technicians, authorities having jurisdiction, and customers
• document programming
• support technicians and provide technical guidance
• participate in after-hours support or on-call rotation as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

fire alarm programmer

west palm beach fl

fortis fire & safety

commercial fire alarms

programming

commissioning

troubleshooting

notifier

nfpa 72

florida fire prevention code

on-call rotation

fire protection

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, additional paid leave for life events, 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, and career advancement opportunities.

Why this role

At least three years of relevant fire alarm programming, commissioning, startup, or advanced troubleshooting experience is required. Notifier experience is strongly preferred; other major platforms are considered. On-call rotation may be required.

About the employer

Fortis Fire & Safety is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths). Sector: 56.