Christopher Mendoza
Arlington
Summary
Accomplished Fire Alarm Technician at Western State Fire Protection, skilled in fire alarm installation and system troubleshooting. Enhanced operational efficiency through process improvements, reducing false alarms significantly. Known for excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, I effectively trained junior technicians and ensured compliance with NFPA standards, contributing to safer environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Alarm Technician
Western State Fire Protection
Arlington, TX
04.2024 - Current
- Installed and tested fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and rectify system malfunctions efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to execute fire alarm upgrades and retrofits successfully.
- Documented service reports detailing maintenance activities and system performance metrics.
- Trained junior technicians on installation techniques and troubleshooting methods effectively.
- Developed process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency in alarm system testing.
- Performed thorough inspections of fire alarm systems, ensuring proper functioning and code compliance.
- Provided excellent customer service through clear communication about system features, limitations, and maintenance requirements.
- Tested all newly installed fire alarms.
- Reduced false alarms by performing routine preventive maintenance on all system components.
- Identified and reported fire code non-conformance issues to senior personnel and safety inspectors.
- Performed troubleshooting on fire alarm systems, completing on-site repairs or transporting malfunctioning equipment to off-site lab for repair.
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following established safety protocols during every task.
- Enhanced fire safety in various facilities by installing and maintaining fire alarm systems.
- Read and understood product manuals and blueprints.
- Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
- Installed, tested and serviced alarm and associated systems for commercial and residential customers.
- Installed and tested fire detection and suppression systems.
- Educated clients on proper use and maintenance of their fire alarm systems, leading to fewer service calls and improved overall safety.
- Maintained accurate inventory counts of all required tools and materials, ensuring availability for each project.
Education
High School Diploma -
George Washington High Scool
Guam05.1998
Skills
- System troubleshooting
- Smoke control systems
- Emergency lighting systems
- Fire alarm installation
- Fire alarm systems
- Electrical wiring
- Fire alarm programming
- Installation and repairs
- Panel terminations
- Low-voltage systems
- Specification and schematics assessments
- Blueprint reading
- Field device terminations
- Equipment testing
- Schematic reading
- NFPA
- Equipment programming and calibrating
- Alarm installations and servicing
- National fire protection association codes
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Calm under pressure
- Problem resolution
Certification
EST3 FACTORY CERT
FCI GAME-WELL E3
FARENHYT
NOTIFIER
FARS
Timeline
Fire Alarm Technician
Western State Fire Protection
04.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
George Washington High Scool