Fire Alarm Programmer

About the role

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Job Summary

LifeSafety Management is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Programmer to join our team in Boynton Beach, FL. This role will be responsible for programming, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and supporting commercial fire alarm systems throughout Southeast Florida. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience programming fire alarm control panels, performing system startups, and working directly with customers, technicians, and project teams to ensure systems are configured and operating properly.

While experience with Notifier systems is strongly preferred, we are open to candidates with programming experience on other major fire alarm platforms. This position requires a strong understanding of fire alarm systems, supporting software, network communications, and applicable fire codes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Program, commission, test, and troubleshoot commercial fire alarm systems.
• Perform system startups and verify proper device operation and sequence of events.
• Configure fire alarm control panels, annunciators, network components, and peripheral devices.
• Diagnose and resolve programming, communication, and system integration issues.
• Review project plans, riser diagrams, and specifications to ensure systems are programmed to design requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, technicians, AHJs, and customers throughout project execution.
• Support field technicians during installations, service calls, and inspections as needed.
• Complete all required documentation, reports, and programming records.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to technicians when appropriate.
• Ensure timely project completion while maintaining quality and code compliance.
• Participate in after-hours support or on-call rotation as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of fire alarm programming, commissioning, startup, or advanced troubleshooting experience.
• Proven experience programming commercial fire alarm systems.
• Notifier programming experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with one or more fire alarm platforms such as Notifier, Fire-Lite, Siemens, Edwards/EST, Silent Knight, Gamewell-FCI, Simplex, or Kidde considered.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm system architecture, device mapping, cause-and-effect logic, and network communications.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex fire alarm system issues in both new construction and existing facilities.
• Familiarity with NFPA 72, Florida Fire Prevention Code, and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, sequence of operations, and technical specifications.
• Experience with software-based programming tools and laptop-based system configuration.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Ability to meet company driving eligibility requirements, including holding a valid driver's license and maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• NICET certification and/or BASA/FASA certification preferred.

Additional information

This role may require extended periods of sitting or standing, movement around the office or job site, and operation of standard equipment. Physical activities can include reaching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs. Field positions may involve heavy lifting, working in varying climates (including outdoor conditions), construction or low-voltage environments, and exposure to dust, noise, or confined spaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required. Some roles may require travel.

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