Phoenix, AZ, 85067, USA
21 days ago
Security & Fire Alarm System Specialist
**About Climatec** For over 40 years, Climatec has steadily invested in their people, technology, and services to be a trusted business partner for building solutions. As part of the Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business in North America, Climatec is one of the leading providers of building technologies and energy solutions in the nation – delivering results for thousands of customers, every day. Climatec’s strategic business partners include the world’s leading suppliers of building automation, security, life safety, and energy efficiency technologies. **About Bosch** The Bosch Group is a privately held supplier of innovative technology and services with over 400,000 associates worldwide. Its unique private ownership structure was established to promote entrepreneurial freedom and long-term business focus. Bosch’s operations serve millions of customers across four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. **Level Descriptions:** **Level I** – Must be able to achieve many objectives of this position. Requires some amount of timely supervision to ensure the proper tasks are being accomplished and that communication is adequate, timely, in the correct manner (i.e. verbal, written, email, etc.). Individual had a good understanding of at least one type of system within this division as well as holds a low level NICET or other industry certification. **Level II** - Consistently achieves all the objectives of this position. This individual also provides mentoring and direct day-to-day supervision to level I positions. Has an ability to work on multiple Special Systems deliverables and has obtained mid-level NICET or other industry certifications. **Senior** - Highly experienced in the position. Advanced awareness of the technical needs of system programming. Individual has a deep understanding of the many systems installed and maintained within the division. The individual usually has a high level NICET or other certification and is active in the industry. Provides mentoring and direct supervision when required on projects. **Job Duties & Responsibilities:** + Provide Special Systems database, graphics, programming, etc. for sequences as provided by the Design Specialist, project specifications, or other applicable sources. + Provide accurate controls of special systems start-up and commissioning including point-to-point checkout on projects as assigned. Verify correct alarm, annunciation, and other actions by equipment, devices, panels, and annunciators of Special Systems projects. + Support installation personnel on project sites. + Provide information and support for other contractors on project site. + Debug installation issues during both the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building special systems. + Provide support to Climatec and other contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the special systems operation. + Provide input to others as requested or required to assist in the accurate estimation, design, installation, start up, commissioning, and training for building systems. + Provide start up documentation including daily logs, check out logs, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects. + Ensure timely software backups are created for projects and software development. + Provide service support on existing installations ensuring systems continue to meet existing building occupancy codes. + Provide service support on existing systems insuring their proper and efficient operation as well as providing ongoing support to the facility’s building engineers. + Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner. + Assist in preparing of as-built drawings and Operation & Maintenance Manuals. + Assist in turnover of projects from Operations Team to Service Team. + Assist Sales team during estimating phase including potential product or system demonstrations. + Other duties as assigned. **Skills & Qualifications:** **Basic Qualifications:** + High school diploma or equivalent. + Two years of technical experience in Security & Fire Alarm Systems or Electronics-related studies OR equivalent technical experience such as military training or on-the-job training programs. + An understanding of basic computer operation. + Clean DMV Record. **Preferred Qualifications:** + NICET Certification. + Additional technical certifications or coursework related Security & Fire Alarm Systems, Electronics, or Computer Science. + Experience with Edwards Fire Systems, Software House, Genetec, Lenel, Avigilon. + Experience with programming languages relevant to the role. + Proficient in configuring and debugging computer and networking issues. + Familiarity with electronic equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, and oscilloscopes. + Ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry, including interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams. + Working understanding of AC power circuitry, including breakers and multi-phase power (120VAC and greater). + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and empathize with others' perspectives. + For Level 2 and Senior System Specialists: A very deep understanding of DDC or special systems that control buildings. + Awareness of Climatec culture and the culture of the industry in which we work, particularly for Level 2 and Senior System Specialists. **Essential Job Functions:** + Be able to lift and carry ladders, drawings, personal computers, material, etc. + Be able to lift up to 50lbs. + Be able to spend significant time standing and walking on construction sites. + Be able to climb several flights of stairs or ladders throughout a typical day on a construction site. + Maintain a satisfactory driving record which, per Climatec’s vehicle policy, allows the individual to drive on company business. + Be physically able to kneel, stoop and crawl. **Employee Benefits:** + Medical + Dental + Vision + Flexible Spending Accounts + 401K w/ company match + Life/AD&D/LTD + Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays + Employee Assistance Program + Pet Insurance **Application Process:** Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and how you meet the qualifications outlined above. Additionally, please include any relevant certifications or examples of successful project implementations. **Additional Information:** **This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status** . We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. **If you need accommodation** for any part of the application process, please send an email to talentacquisitionteam@climatec.com or call 602-944-3330 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request. By choice, we are committed to a diverse workforce - EOE/Protected Veteran/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **_Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable._**
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