Nichols Contracting (NCI) is a family owned and operated Construction and Contracting business headquartered in Columbia, MD with offices in Royal Palm Beach, FL and Orange City, FL, and a team of 150 employees. NCI is a full-service general contractor focused on providing premier services in all aspects of the construction process, from concept to completion. We manage a broad range of commercial construction projects, including new construction, tenant fit outs and renovations. NCI services a diverse group of markets including federal, state, and local governments, as well a variety of corporate and special industry organizations that require complex life safety and critical infrastructure needs. 

The Fire Alarm Technician will install and repair alarm wiring and equipment.  

Essential Functions:

• Installs, tests, and repairs fire alarm systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with alarms
• Identify risk to customers and provide effective solutions
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on alarm systems
• Monitor inventory of service parts
• Performs other related duties as required.

 Skills/Abilities:

• Familiarity with hand and power tools
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail   

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational/technical school training is highly preferred; on-the-job training may be provided
• Minimum One-Three (1-3) years of related experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders
• Physically able to install system hardware and wiring
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds at a time

 Benefits: 401k, Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision), PTO, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays. 

Employee Acknowledgement: I have read the above position description and I understand and agree with the terms and requirements for this position. I also understand and agree that such requirements may be amended and/or adjusted at any time. 

Persons with mental and physical disabilities as defined by the American’s With Disabilities Act are eligible for this position as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodations are made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the  employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible for this position.   

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Nichols Contracting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.