Fire Alarm Technician (CFAA Certified)

Making Canada a safer place to live and work for over 90 years.

As Canada's trusted safety partner since 1935, we work alongside customers coast to coast to help ensure people return home safely at the end of every shift.

Our Edmonton team is looking for an experienced, CFAA-certified Fire Alarm Technician to join Levitt-Safety.

In this role, you’ll inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and verify fire alarm systems across a variety of customer environments. We’re looking for someone who is confident working independently in the field, understands applicable codes and standards, can effectively troubleshoot system issues, and takes pride in providing excellent service to customers.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced technician looking to build their career with a company focused on protecting people and keeping workplaces safe.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect, test, service, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems and associated equipment
• Perform annual and periodic fire alarm inspections and accurately document deficiencies
• Complete verification of newly installed or modified fire alarm systems and prepare required verification documentation
• Program, troubleshoot, and service addressable fire alarm panels
• Diagnose system faults and complete required repairs
• Perform preventative maintenance on fire alarm and related life-safety equipment
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing, repairs, deficiencies, and system impairments
• Communicate deficiencies, recommended repairs, and required work clearly with customers and supervisors
• Coordinate with subcontractors and support projects when required
• Respond to after-hours emergency service calls as part of the service rotation
• Participate in JHAs and follow established health and safety procedures
• Provide professional, responsive service as the face of Levitt-Safety at customer sites

What We’re Looking For

• CFAA Fire Alarm Technician certification
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on fire alarm industry experience
• Strong experience inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing fire alarm systems
• Experience with verification and programming addressable fire alarm panels
• Working knowledge of applicable ULC, NFPA, and fire code requirements
• Strong electrical and technical troubleshooting abilities
• Comfortable reading system drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Professional communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage service calls efficiently
• Ability to meet customer site security and access requirements
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to customer sites

Experience in any of the following would be considered an asset:

• Multiple fire alarm panel manufacturers and addressable systems
• Special hazards or fire suppression systems
• Emergency lighting systems
• Fire pumps and other fire/life-safety equipment
• Industrial or commercial customer environments

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on field service position. You should be comfortable:

• Lifting and carrying equipment and tools as required
• Working from ladders and at heights
• Working in mechanical, electrical, and other restricted spaces
• Walking and standing for extended periods at customer sites
• Driving between service locations throughout the Edmonton area

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary, based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, and other group health benefits for you and your family
• Company-matched RRSP contribution plan
• Annual profit-sharing opportunity
• Opportunities to grow your technical experience across fire and life-safety systems

• A people-focused culture built around Levitt-Safety’s values

Application & Hiring Process

Levitt-Safety may use AI-enabled tools to support the screening and assessment of applications. All AI-supported results are reviewed by a member of our recruitment team before any hiring decisions are made.

We are committed to employment equity and base hiring decisions on qualifications, skills, and ability. We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, and we recognize that experience comes in many forms.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please contact us at talent@levitt-safety.com. We review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.