Assistant Superintendent of Fire Alarm

Position: Assistant Superintendent of Fire Alarm

Department: Nashua Fire Rescue

Hours Worked: 4-10 hour days, weekdays

Affiliation: IAFF Local #789

Salary & Grade: Starting annual rate not to exceed $104,912

Primary Duties

To assist in maintaining the Municipal Fire Alarm system in the City of Nashua in a high state of readiness to protect the citizens and visitors of Nashua. Plan and perform municipal Fire Alarm work coordinating with contractors, utilities and other City Departments. Maintain and review all documentation and records of that municipal system. Assist the Superintendent of Fire Alarm in the oversight and management of the communications center and the Fire Alarm Operators. Work includes Aerial bucket operation, working from heights, underground manholes and adjacent road side construction work. Working outside in seasonal conditions, low light and dirty environments. Working adjacent to and in close proximity to high voltages.

Represented by IAFF Local 789, this position enjoys the excellent benefits that include health, dental and life insurance, vacation, sick leave and holidays, and Group 1 membership in the New Hampshire Retirement System, annual clothing allowance, safety shoes, specialized training and on- going professional development.

Qualifications

This position requires initiative, close attention to detail, the ability to make decisions and complete assignments independently. Ability to read schematics and diagrams to apply to problem solving and knowledge of municipal fire alarm, commercial fire alarm, electrical theory and operation is required along with an analytical understanding of utility infrastructure and systems. Minimum of a high school graduate or equivalent. Must possess a valid CDL-B within 9 months date of hire.

A written exam will be required as part of the hiring process. The written exam will consist of 100 questions from the following reference materials:

People Driven Leadership: How the Best 911 Centers Inspire Positive Change (235 pages)

By: Adam Timm

ISBN-13 978-0578666419

Nashua Fire Rescue: Fire Alarm Policy & Procedure Manual (Date compiled 1/15/2026) (97 Pages) Document will be provided.

IMSA Municipal Fire Alarm Level 1 Study Guide 2001 Edition:

• Section 1-1: Basic Electricity and the Volt Ohm Meter
• Section 1-2: Fundamentals of Fire Alarm Wiring, Wiring Practices, and Line Construction
• Section 1-3: Understanding Fire Alarm Circuit Wiring & Fire Alarm Boxes

(136 pages) Document will be provided.

(Telcordia) Blue Book- Manual of Construction Procedures

SR-1421 Issue 4, December 2007

(100 pages) Document will be provided.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are looking to start or further your career with the City of Nashua, submit an application, resume, and three professional references at: http://applitrack.com/nashua/onlineapp/.