Field Service Technician - Level III (Fire Alarm)
ORR Protection · Hillsboro, OR ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Seniority
- Lead
- Category
- Skilled trades
FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN - Fire Alarm LEVEL III
ABOUT ORR
JOB SUMMARY
ORR Protection is a national leader in fire and life safety, delivering intelligent, lifecycle-driven solutions that protect people, property, and business continuity. For more than 75 years, we’ve built our reputation by serving organizations in mission-critical environments—where performance matters and reliability is essential. As a third-generation, family-owned company, we remain grounded in strong relationships, a commitment to doing the right thing, and a deep sense of responsibility to our customers and our people.
Today, ORR supports associates and customers across all 50 states, combining national expertise with a culture rooted in safety, respect, and care. When you join ORR, you’re part of a team dedicated to protecting what matters most, while building a career you can be proud of. Learn more about our company culture here, and our Field Service program here.
JOB SUMMARY
As a Field Service Technician, you will work with some of the largest and most successful companies in the world and will receive top notch training on industry-leading fire alarm systems and fire suppression equipment. This is your chance to join a company where you will be appreciated and will be a member of an elite team.
Our Level 3 Technicians lead teams to service large scale fire alarm and suppression systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Level 3 Technicians lead teams to service large scale fire alarm and suppression systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- All team members must embody the company mission to provide protection for people, property, and the environment in all aspects of their job.
- Take a lead role in major service activity.
- Perform service on the majority of OPS System brands and applications.
- Contact customer to set up service.
- Perform all inspection and testing tasks on fire alarm and special hazard fire suppression systems according to OPS work instructions.
- Record inspection and test results in companies electronic inspection program.
- Respond to emergency service requests and take appropriate action.
- Perform in depth trouble shooting, repair and replacement of system equipment.
- Oversee OPS personnel in coordination of service activities.
- Review inspection and test results with the customer.
- Conduct training with customer on the functionality of the fire system.
- Assist in installation and commissioning tasks.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent, required.
- Five years’ experience in servicing electrical/mechanical systems in the fire alarm or special hazard fire suppression industry, required.
- Experience reading blue prints, required.
- LEA license, required.
- NICET II Fire Alarm and Special Hazards certification, required.
- NAFED certification, preferred.
- Associate degree in electronics or related field, preferred.
- Experience with the following manufacturers: Notifier, Potter, Kidde, Fenwal, Siemens, EST 3, Starlink, preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Experience with intelligent fire control panel programming software.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and standard internet usage.
- Strong time management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organized and detail-orientated.
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Self-directed with the ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to lead a team effectively.
- Demonstrated customer service mindset.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This is a remote position that would be deployed from the associate’s home to local job sites for installs, service, or repairs.
- Company vehicle, tools, technology, and equipment provided.
- Occasional on-call days and/or overtime required for unscheduled service needs.
- Travel up to 25% of the time (overnight).
- Job duties require the ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and crawl into tight or awkward places.
ONCE YOU JOIN OUR TEAM, YOU’LL GET TO ENJOY:
- Working for a company where the associates are viewed as the company’s greatest asset.
- Being part of something you can be proud of – making a difference in the health and wellness of people and our planet.
- A growing company with a first class reputation in our respective industries.
- A culture that is fun, family oriented and entrepreneurial.
- A company that offers a focus on work life balance and encouragement to make a big impact.
- A caring group of associates with a commitment to make the communities we work in better for all.
- Excellent benefits including 401(K), health, life, dental, tuition reimbursement and numerous perks such as training and development
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled