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Fire Alarm Service Technician – Fire-X Corporation
Location: Richmond, VA
Pay: $25.00–$40.00 per hour, depending on experience and certifications
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, Rotating on-call schedule.
About Fire-X:
Fire-X Corporation is a Virginia fire protection company with branches in Richmond, Norfolk, and Salem. We inspect, service, and maintain fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression systems and fire extinguishers for businesses, schools, municipalities, and industrial sites.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair networked and stand-alone fire alarm systems, working independently on most jobs
- Perform inspections and testing of fire alarm systems, plus suppression and extinguisher inspections as needed
- Help with larger networked fire alarm and suppression system projects when needed
- Read and interpret drawings, specs, and wiring diagrams to plan installations and service work
- Train and guide a helper or apprentice on day-to-day work if needed
- Keep accurate inspection reports and service documentation
- Represent Fire-X professionally with customers on site
Required Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience installing and servicing fire alarm systems
- Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and industry installation standards
- Ability to read blueprints and wiring schematics
- Strong troubleshooting skills, including using manuals, manufacturer support, and online resources
- Clear communication with customers, coworkers, office staff, and subcontractors
- Flexibility when priorities and schedules change
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Preferred Qualifications:
- NICET Fire Alarm certification (Level I or higher)
- Experience with a range of fire alarm and suppression panel manufacturers. Previous experience programming Gamewell-FCI and Kidde-Fenwal systems is a plus
- Conduit bending
Benefits:
Health insurance, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing, company vehicle, fuel card, tools, paid training, company-paid NICET certification, overtime at 1.5x.
Working Conditions:
- Indoor and outdoor work in all weather, including heat, cold, and damp conditions
- Possible exposure to noise, dust, and fumes on job sites
- Work at heights, on ladders and lifts, and in tight or confined spaces
- Regular use of hand and power tools
- Climbing, bending, reaching overhead, and standing or walking for long periods
- Lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to tell apart color-coded wires and cables
- Daily travel to customer sites in the region; overnight travel is rare
Fire-X Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Summit Fire & Security61
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- Manufacturing38
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fire alarm engineer jobs.
- NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification at Level II or higher
- Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable local fire codes
- Experience designing, installing, or inspecting fire alarm systems
- Proficiency reading and interpreting riser diagrams and construction drawings
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in electrical, electronics, or fire protection engineering
Tips for Your Fire Alarm Engineer Job Search
List your NICET certifications prominently
Put your NICET Water-Based Systems Layout or Fire Alarm Systems certification in your resume header, not buried in a skills section. Hiring managers screen for certification level first, and many roles require a specific NICET level before they read further.
Tailor your resume to the project type
Commercial, healthcare, and government projects each have different code requirements and system scales. Call out the building types you have worked on so employers can immediately see whether your experience matches their typical project scope.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fire alarm engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show code knowledge in your application
Reference NFPA 72 and IBC familiarity in your resume and cover letter using the same language the job posting uses. Interviewers frequently test code interpretation, so demonstrating comfort with the standard from the start sets you apart.
Prepare for a hands-on technical screen
Many fire alarm engineer interviews include a scenario where you walk through a system design or troubleshoot a fault condition on a riser diagram. Practice narrating your diagnostic logic out loud, not just arriving at the right answer silently.
Negotiate scope alongside your offer
When you receive an offer, clarify the typical project size, travel expectations, and on-call rotation before accepting. These factors vary widely between fire protection contractors and in-house facility roles and affect your day-to-day workload significantly.
Fire Alarm Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fire alarm engineers?
Summit Fire & Security, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, and Siemens are hiring the most fire alarm engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Both fire protection specialty contractors and large facilities management firms tend to maintain steady hiring across multiple states.
How many fire alarm engineer jobs are remote?
About 22% of fire alarm engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the site-dependent nature of most fire alarm work. The sub-specializations most likely to offer remote flexibility are system design, code consulting, and project coordination roles that do not require hands-on inspection or installation work.
How do you become a fire alarm engineer?
Start by completing an associate's or bachelor's degree in electrical technology, electronics, or fire protection engineering, or by entering the field through an apprenticeship or entry-level technician role. Pursue NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification as you accumulate field hours, working from Level I toward higher levels. Staying current with NFPA 72 code cycles and gaining exposure to multiple system manufacturers strengthens your candidacy for senior and design-focused positions.
Can you get hired as a fire alarm engineer with little experience?
Yes, many fire protection contractors hire entry-level technicians and train them on the job, particularly for installation and inspection roles. Holding a NICET Level I certification and demonstrating familiarity with NFPA 72 basics gives you a concrete starting point even without field experience. Targeting smaller regional contractors or facilities maintenance departments often gives new candidates more opportunities than large national firms that require NICET Level II from the start.
What does the fire alarm engineer interview process look like?
Most fire alarm engineer interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your certification level, the types of systems you have worked on, and your familiarity with NFPA 72. A technical interview follows, often including questions about system design decisions, troubleshooting fault conditions, or interpreting a riser diagram. Some employers add a practical field assessment or ask you to walk through a code compliance scenario before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to fire alarm engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to fire alarm engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certification level, preferred project type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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