Fire safety technician requirements

This post included compentencies required such as knowledge, skills, abilities for Fire safety technician position. The standard job requirements includes: education/knowledge, skills, abilities (KSA model, core competency), experience, license, qualities, training courses, physical requirements, degree or certificates…

I. Key qualifications/requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years previous related experience in a technical or mechanical field.
2. NFPA and NICET certification a huge plus; certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment.
3. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
4. Positive customer service attitude and people skills.
5. Working knowledge of fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm systems.
6. Working knowledge of building and fire codes and the ability to discover and document deficiencies in the systems being inspected.
7. Computer skills a must.
8. Valid Wisconsin driver's license.

II. Key skills employers are looking for

Below are top 7 skills/abilities that every employers are looking for, you should pay attention to them:

1. Adaptability/Flexibility
2. Dependability/Reliability/Responsibility
3. Teamwork
4. Positive Attitude
5. Professionalism
6. Willingness to Learn
7. Communications Skills