Alarm Service Technician

Allied Fire Protection • McAllen, TX

120d

About The Position

The Alarm Service Technician is responsible for the installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems in various settings including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. This role requires leadership skills to oversee and delegate tasks to ensure project completion within deadlines and budgets. The technician must ensure compliance with manufacturer requirements and conduct necessary testing and certifications. Training and instructing helpers and apprentices is also a key responsibility, along with maintaining inventory and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Requirements

• Knowledge of fire alarm systems
• Understanding of fire alarm installation requirements
• Ability to read fire alarm blueprints
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Forklift and scissor lift certification preferred
• FAL required
• Understanding of NFPA codes and standards
• Minimum of 5 years of experience

Nice To Haves

• Self-motivated, ambitious, interactive, communicative, detail-oriented, and organized
• Knowledgeable with NFPA 72 rules and all necessary codes
• Ability to interact and communicate professionally with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
• Demonstrate positive teamwork and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Comply with all company safety practices and the safety handbook

Responsibilities

• Installation of fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems and related equipment
• Oversee, direct, and delegate tasks to fulfill project completion deadlines
• Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets
• Complete and process required paperwork accurately
• Ensure equipment is installed in compliance with manufacturer’s requirements
• Conduct and coordinate necessary testing of the system
• Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, or other personnel
• Coordinate daily work schedules and direct tasks of assigned employees
• Maintain inventory on service vehicle
• Perform all other duties assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED