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Fire Alarm Systems Specialist (Programmer) - Allpoints Fire Protection
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Fire Alarm Systems Specialist (Programmer) - Allpoints Fire Protection
Contact – Dave Banns (dbanns@theheadhunters.ca)
The Headhunters Recruitment has partnered with Allpoints Fire Protection to add a Fire Alarm Systems Specialist (Programmer) to their Prince George, BC team.
About Allpoints Fire Protection
Allpoints Fire Protection (https://allpointsfireprotection.com/) is Northern British Columbia’s leading fire protection company, specializing in fire alarm, verification and inspection, sprinkler systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers and clean agent systems. With over 70 years of combined industry experience, their team of certified and factory trained technicians, journeyman sprinkler fitters and electricians, delivers top-tier service to industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential clients.
About Prince George, BC
Prince George, BC (https://www.princegeorge.ca/) is a city in British Columbia, Canada, situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. It is often called the province's "northern capital" because it serves as a centre for higher education, health care, government services, arts and entertainment, sports, and support for major industries such as forest products and mining.
About the opportunity
In this role, you aren’t just a technician; you are the architect of safety. You will take ownership of the logic behind the life safety systems that protect Northern BC. You won’t just be plugging in devices; you will be programming complex sequences of operation, solving high-level technical puzzles, and ensuring the absolute integrity of every system you touch.
Key Responsibilities
- System Orchestration: Program, verify, and perform acceptance testing for complex fire alarm systems. You will interpret sequences of operation and translate them into functional, life-saving logic.
- The Technical Authority: You are the go-to authority for advanced troubleshooting. From identifying intricate electronic components to performing comprehensive system architecture calculations, your technical precision sets the industry standard. Whether you are systematically isolating complex faults, replacing critical components, or providing high-level technical mentorship to field teams, your work defines operational excellence.
- Code Mastery: You ensure every project is a masterpiece of compliance. Seamlessly bridge the gap between design and regulation by interpreting and applying CAN/ULC-524, 536, and 537 standards, while ensuring strict alignment with the BC Building Code; especially on critical new construction projects. Your precision in producing detailed reports and technical findings from the verification process ensures absolute safety and project integrity.
- Mentor the Next Generation: Share your experience. By training and mentoring fellow technicians with your deep fire alarm industry experience, you will actively foster the Strength in Unity culture that defines Allpoints.
- Strategic Project Management: Oversee on site management fire alarm projects from design interpretation to final sign-off, ensuring quality and compliance at every stage.
- Explore the Territory: Embrace the travel. You will be on the road visiting client sites across Northern BC, requiring flexibility for travel and occasional after-hours work.
What the successful candidate will bring:
- 5+ years of experience specifically focused on fire alarm systems
- ASTTBC – Fire Alarm Systems (AL) preferred
- Experience with major industry systems, with a primary focus on Autocall, Simplex, Kidde/Vigilant, and Vesda platforms an asset, however familiarity with other manufacturer platforms such as Notifier, Mircom, or Siemens may also be considered
- CFAA Certificate
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
In return, you can expect:
- Base Salary between $35/hr - $45/hr plus OT depending on experience. Those with higher expectations and experience may also be considered
- Performance bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.
Meet Your Recruiter
Dave Banns
MBA, Principal
Recruiting Specialty: Engineering & Operations
As Principal, Dave builds and maintains relationships with our partners. Drawing on over two decades of global recruitment and business development experience, his market knowledge is an invaluable resource to organizations of all sizes. Dave has ambitious goals to work collaboratively with current and new clients to develop cutting-edge, proactive workforce solutions. He has a proven record of exceeding clients’ expectations and cultivating sustainable and mutually-beneficial partnerships.
Dave is also a specialized and consultative recruiter with a focus in Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction and Operations positions. He has a reputation among his clients for implementing unique search strategies to attract top talent and build cohesive teams. Dave has a realistic understanding of how his clients’ businesses function in today’s world and what they will need to thrive in the future. Moreover, he has a deep network, refined ability to spot technical talent and match it with the most suitable company culture.
A former teacher, Dave knows how best to coach and guide individuals he works with. He takes the time to fully understand their goals, encouraging them to develop and follow a career path that is unique to their skills, talents and aspirations. Working with them as their consultant, he opens doors, acting as a conduit between great candidates and high-calibre career opportunities.
Dave holds an MBA in Global Management and a BBA in Marketing. His commitment to community is evident through his enthusiastic support of Big Brothers of Canada and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as well as his past service as a Board member for The Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres, contributing to the HR & Governance, Finance and Nominations Committees. He is an avid traveler and sports enthusiast who enjoys playing beer-league hockey, golf and skiing. He also dedicates his time to coaching his son's rep ice hockey, baseball and soccer teams.