JOHNNY M LEYVA
Fire Alarm Installer
Hayward,CA
Summary
I am seeking a position to support my extensive knowledge and support my intention to expand upon it; a position supported by a forward moving company to assist me in my goals.
I am state certified Fire/Life Safety with over 25 years of extensive knowledge dedicated to the Fire, Life and Safety industry, specializing in installations, testing, diagnosis and service. As supervisor/foreman, I manage both employees and jobsites to ensure successful and on-time delivery of jobs.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Alarm Technician
Premier Security Solutions
02.2023 - Current
- Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
- 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.
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices.
- Performed annual inspections on fire and security alarm systems.
- Installed, tested and serviced alarm and associated systems for commercial and residential customers.
Alarm Installer
IBEW 595
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Installed and tested fire detection and suppression systems.
- Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
- 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.
Foreman
RexMoore Electrical
Sacramento, CA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Installed and tested fire detection and suppression systems.
- Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
- 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.
- Authored weekly reports detailing work order completions, logged malfunctions and other activities.
- Maintained NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technology) Level [Number] Fire Alarm Certification.
Installer
Sabah International
01.2009 - 02.2014
- Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures related to fire alarm installation and maintenance, promoting consistency across all projects.
- Enhanced fire alarm system designs by incorporating industry standards and best practices.
- Specified optimal systems for use in [Description] installations.
- Established a strong reputation for quality workmanship by consistently meeting or exceeding industry standards for fireplace installations.
Lead Technician
Red Rock
1 2012 - 1 2014
- Educated clients on proper use and maintenance of their fire alarm systems, leading to fewer service calls and improved overall safety.
- Installed and tested fire detection and suppression systems.
- Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices.
- Performed annual inspections on fire and security alarm systems.
- Installed, tested and serviced alarm and associated systems for commercial and residential customers.
Alarm Technician
Al's Certified Safe and Lock
01.1998 - 01.2009
- Enhanced alarm system efficiency by implementing advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Reduced false alarms by conducting thorough inspection and maintenance procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, regularly seeking feedback from supervisors and peers to further develop skills in the field.
- Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures related to fire alarm installation and maintenance, promoting consistency across all projects.
Education
Associates Degree - Computer Technology and electronics
Heald College
Hayward, CA 01.2000 - 07.2002
Associate of Arts - Electrical
WyoTech
Fremont, CA 01.2010 - 07.2012
Skills
Fire and Life Safety Systems
Fire alarm systems Troubleshooter
Service Technician
Security Systems
Telecom
Cable
Alarm Installer
Fire Systems Foreman
Safe and Locks Installer
CCTV Installer
System maintenance testing
Card access installer
Certification
State Certified Fire/Life Safety, Unknown
Timeline
Alarm Technician
Premier Security Solutions
02.2023 - Current
Alarm Installer
IBEW 595
01.2017 - 01.2023
Foreman
RexMoore Electrical
01.2014 - 01.2017
Associate of Arts - Electrical
WyoTech
01.2010 - 07.2012
Installer
Sabah International
01.2009 - 02.2014
Associates Degree - Computer Technology and electronics
Heald College
01.2000 - 07.2002
Alarm Technician
Al's Certified Safe and Lock
01.1998 - 01.2009
State Certified Fire/Life Safety, Unknown
Certified Apprentice, Unknown
Lead Technician
Red Rock
1 2012 - 1 2014
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