Alarm Installation Construction Technician

Allied Fire Protection•Carrollton, TX

About The Position

The Alarm Installation Construction Technician installs, services, troubleshoots, and tests fire alarm systems and related equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The role leads and coordinates assigned personnel and daily work, supports project scheduling and budget goals, trains helpers and apprentices, and completes required project and company paperwork. The technician is expected to follow company safety practices and procedures, maintain vehicles, tools, equipment, and inventory, keep jobsites clean and organized, and deliver quality work and customer satisfaction. The position may require overtime, out-of-town work, or on-call availability as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to four years of work experience.
Knowledge of fire alarm systems and fire alarm installation requirements.
Ability to read fire alarm blueprints, submittals, and operation or product manuals.
Understanding of NFPA codes and standards, NEC, local applicable codes, and other necessary codes.
Valid state driver's license and a good, clean driving record.
Experience using powered hand tools, hand tools, test equipment, multimeters, digital analyzers, and commissioning devices.
Ability to take direction from upper management.
Ability to complete and maintain paperwork accurately.
Ability to maintain vehicles and tools according to company policy.
Ability to communicate professionally and positively with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, and others.
Ability to lead and mentor a team and demonstrate positive teamwork.
Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment and comply with company safety practices and the safety handbook.
Ability to work overtime, out of town, or on call as needed.
Self-motivated, ambitious, interactive, communicative, detail-oriented, and organized.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Scissor lift certification.

Responsibilities

Install fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Install, service, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems and related equipment.
Oversee, direct, and delegate tasks to meet project deadlines, scheduling requirements, and goals established by the fire alarm manager.
Ensure project results meet financial and productivity budgets.
Complete and process required paperwork and electronic documentation accurately.
Conduct or coordinate required system testing.
Ensure required certifications are complete.
Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, and other personnel in service, repair, and installation processes.
Coordinate daily work schedules and direct assigned employees' tasks and productivity.
Maintain vehicle inventory and manage materials, packing slips, and equipment.
Follow company safety initiatives, including completing JSAs, Toolbox Talks, audit forms, and incident and accident reports on time.
Drive company vehicles safely and support Stop Work Authority.
Maintain and care for trucks, lifts, tools, and other equipment.
Keep jobsites clean, organized, and safe.
Monitor budgeted versus actual labor hours and communicate proactively with the superintendent.
Follow company SOPs, including purchase-order and change-order procedures.
Arrive on time, maintain attendance, communicate with supervisors, and submit accurate timesheets and paperwork.
Support customer satisfaction and respond to customer feedback and improvement opportunities.
Maintain quality control and reduce return trips and warranty work.
Maintain a professional appearance and communicate professionally with team members, customers, and other stakeholders.
Participate in required team meetings and contribute to positive teamwork.
Complete projects on time while providing quality work and customer satisfaction.