FIRE ALARM SR. TECHNICIAN (Programming)

Company: Total Fire Protection
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Total Fire Protection is expanding rapidly, presenting an exciting and challenging opportunity to bring your fresh ideas, polished expertise, and collaborative attitude to support our growth. The Fire Alarm Systems Programmer will directly oversee all duties and tasks of this functional discipline. As the Fire Alarm Systems Programmer , you will report directly to the General Manager of Director of Alarm, Sprinkler, and Special Hazards, and oversee the discipline and functions relative the daily duties associated with this role. You will be directly responsible for the execution of all Fire Alarm system tasks, in accordance with those detailed below and corresponding regulatory Code(s) and Standards. At Total Fire Protection, our MISSION is simple, “Embracing Relationships, while keeping you safe, and delivering First Class Service.” You won’t just be a team member at Total Fire Protection, but a valuable contributor. Our diverse team members support one another as we work towards our common goal of bringing Fire and Life Safety to our Customers nationwide. Our Company culture has been built on the foundation of our CORE VALUES that define “Who We Are” and we hold each other accountable to these CORE VALUES. Our Five-Alarm Growth represents our commitment to embracing change, evolutionary action, continuous learning, constant improvement, and full engagement. We place the priorities of our Team First and our team members back it up through Do What You Say! execution. Total Fire Protection believes that Do the Right Thing! builds loyalty, trust, and respect because We Care about our team members, our Customers, and our community. Every team member brings their own expertise to Total Fire Protection and is encouraged to make their voice heard. We offer a family-oriented culture of teamwork and encourage continuous learning, a diverse atmosphere, and opportunities for career advancement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Ability to read, interpret, and execute blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals. Ability to program or proven experience in programing low voltage systems including fire alarm, nurse call, access control, security, CCTV, and clocks. Consistently apply specific skills and relevant Fire Alarm system knowledge including underlying professional/technical principles or standards. Play an integral role in Fire Alarm project execution, including the coordination of equipment delivery and interface with other trades to successfully complete projects in order to exceed Customer and Company expectations Diagnose problems and perform service and repairs on electronic fire alarm systems and other relevant building system(s) at customer sites. Adhere to method-of-procedure(s) required to troubleshoot systems in accordance with technical manuals, part manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. to repair equipment. Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufacturers’ Fire Alarm systems, as required to meet Customer and Company expectations. Ability to understand specific Scope of Work requirements as outlined by Contractors and Customers, to uphold RFI needs and make potential recommendations Perform and/or support the installation of fire related and/or other building systems products. Required Skills and Experience: Five (5) years proven experience in Fire Alarm Systems, both conventional and addressable type. Five (5) years experience in interior and exterior wiring and the repair of electrical equipment and appliances. Five (5) years experience in low voltage electrical systems, including Fire/Life Safety systems, Access Control, Nurse Call, and Paging systems. Five (5) years of maintenance experience and an electrical license. Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices. Experience of at least 2 major brands of fire control panels, factory training a plus. Knowledge of test equipment to include oscilloscope, multi-meters, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters and communication devices preferred. Excellent Industrial Electrical Problem Solving and Troubleshooting Skills Valid Fire Alarm License Computer fluency in Windows, Excel, and other Microsoft products. Working knowledge of AutoCAD is preferred, but not required. Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements. Ability to travel up to 25% of time depending on assigned geographic location. Think you have what it takes to be a Total Fire Protection team member? Apply on our careers page at www.tfp1.comn to be a part of this dynamic organization! Total Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.

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