fire alarm systems installer and servicer

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
• Electrician

Tasks

• Install, maintain and repair electronic equipment
• Inspect and test electronic equipment and assemblies
• Diagnose and locate circuit, component and equipment faults
• Adjust, align, replace or repair electronic equipment and assemblies
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports
• Prepare cost estimates
• Read blueprints and drawings
• Test and adjust repaired products for proper functioning
• Repair or replace defective or worn parts and components
• Inspect products to determine the requirements for repair
• Provide customer service

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification

Type of service and repair

• Alarm/security system

Equipment and machinery experience

• Hand tools

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Reliability

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)