Junior Fire Alarm Technician

Junior Fire Alarm Technician

Founded in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies is North America’s largest independent designer, manufacturer and distributor of intelligent building and life safety solutions. Reaching customers in over 100 countries worldwide, our portfolio includes: fire detection & alarm, communications & security, mass notification, nurse call, and building automation & smart technologies.

Mircom’s global network of dedicated Sales and Service Offices, known as Mircom Engineered Systems, allows us to be a full solution provider. Through Mircom ES, we’re able to provide and fully service our line-up of innovative and advanced solutions which are scalable to satisfy diverse user demands, from small & mid-size buildings to the world’s most complex applications.

Summary:

Ready to start your career as a Certified Fire Alarm Technican?

Mircom Group of companies is seeking Junior Fire Alarm Technicians for all our branches across Canada who have completed all CFAA courses and have written the CFAA exam. This is an entry-level field role ideal for someone ready to build practical experience in inspection, testing, service, and installation support of fire alarm and life safety systems under supervison.

• Assist senior technicians with inspection, testing, and maintenance of Mircom fire alarm systems.
• Support troubleshooting of system faults (devices, panels, NAC circuits, signaling issues, etc.).
• Perform basic device verification (smoke/heat detectors, pull stations, horns/strobes, relays, modules).
• Help complete service reports, inspection forms, and deficiency documentation.
• Maintain tools, test equipment, and inventory of common parts.
• Communicate professionally with customers, site contacts, and team members.
• Follow company safety procedures and site-specific requirements at all times.
• Support installation activities as needed (device replacements, labeling, minor wiring tasks, cleanup). 

 Requirements and Skills: 

• All CFAA courses completed
• CFAA exam written (proof required; certification status to be confirmed when available).
• Ability to read basic drawings, device lists, and service documentation.
• Comfortable using hand tools and test equipment; willingness to learn panel programming basics.
• Ability to work at heights (ladders/lifts) and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism on customer sites.
• 0–2 years related experience (fire alarm, electrical, low voltage, security, or building systems).
• Electrical/ELT program, apprenticeship exposure, or related technical diploma.
• Knowledge of common manufacturers (e.g., Mircom, Edwards/EST, Simplex, Notifier, Siemens).
• Safety tickets (e.g., WHMIS, Working at Heights, Confined Space, First Aid).
• Valid driver’s license.

What Mircom Offers:

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Group Health Benefits
• Training and mentorship toward full field competency
• Opportunities for advancement within fire alarm and life safety
• Company RRSP contributions
• Education incentives

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

At Mircom Group of Companies, we take a thoughtful and balanced approach to compensation. Salary ranges reflect the starting point for each role, while final offers are determined through a holistic assessment of the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, potential contributions, internal equity, and prevailing market conditions following the selection process. In addition to competitive pay, Mircom offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes robust benefits coverage and RRSP.

Mircom Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants regardless of cultural background, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, family status, disability or any other grounds as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code.  In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Mircom is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all individuals with disabilities in a respectful and dignified manner. Accommodations will be made available, upon request, to applicants who have specialized needs throughout the recruitment process.

Disclaimer: Mircom does not accept resumes from employment agencies, headhunters or recruitment service providers that do not have a formal contractual agreement with us. Our agreements with recruitment se rvice providers are limited to specific hiring needs and do not include this or other job postings. Any resume or other information received from a supplier that has not been previously authorized by Mircom to provide resumes for this posting or website will be considered unsolicited.