Alarm Technician - Special Projects Travel

Allied Fire Protection•Pearland, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Alarm Technician - Special Projects is responsible for installing, testing, troubleshooting, and servicing fire alarm and life safety systems for large-scale data center projects. The work takes place on critical infrastructure, where reliability, attention to detail, and compliance with safety and code requirements are essential. The technician should be experienced with fire alarm systems, able to interpret plans and wiring diagrams, and have hands-on experience with installation, programming, testing, and troubleshooting. The role involves active construction environments and frequent travel to changing jobsite locations across the United States, potentially for several weeks at a time. Per diem and lodging are provided in accordance with company policy. The technician may oversee and direct assigned personnel, coordinate daily schedules and productivity, train helpers and apprentices, and help deliver projects within schedule, financial, and productivity budgets. The role also includes completing required documentation, coordinating system testing, managing vehicle inventory, and maintaining equipment and a clean, safe worksite. The technician is expected to follow company procedures and safety requirements, communicate professionally, support customer satisfaction and quality control, and work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
State of Texas Fire Alarm License required.
At least 5 years of experience installing alarm systems.
Knowledge of fire alarm systems and fire alarm installation requirements.
Ability to read and interpret fire alarm blueprints, submittals, wiring diagrams, and operation or product manuals.
Understanding of NFPA codes and standards, NEC, and applicable local codes.
Ability to travel outside the city and state, including frequent U.S. travel of up to 80%.
Valid state driver's license and good driving record; ability to fly is required.
Ability to pass a background check.
Ability to use powered hand tools, hand tools, test equipment, multimeters, digital analyzers, and commissioning devices.
Ability to take direction from upper management and complete and maintain paperwork accurately.
Ability to maintain vehicles and tools in accordance with company policy.
Self-motivated, ambitious, interactive, communicative, detail-oriented, and organized.
Ability to communicate professionally and positively with coworkers, customers, trades, and project stakeholders.
Ability to demonstrate teamwork, provide leadership and mentoring, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and deliver quality work and customer satisfaction.
Ability to work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed.

Nice To Haves

NICET Level II Fire Alarm and/or NICET Level II Special Hazards certification.
Forklift and scissor lift certification.
Data center experience.

Responsibilities

Install fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Install, service, test, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems and related equipment.
Oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to meet project deadlines, scheduling requirements, and goals established by the fire alarm manager.
Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets.
Complete and process required paperwork and electronic documentation accurately and on time.
Conduct or coordinate necessary system testing.
Ensure required certifications are complete.
Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, and other personnel in basic service, repair, and system installation processes.
Coordinate daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks and productivity of assigned employees.
Maintain vehicle inventory and manage materials, including reviewing, updating, and approving packing slips.
Maintain and care for equipment, trucks, lifts, and tools.
Keep jobsites clean, organized, and safe; comply with company safety practices and the safety handbook.
Complete safety documentation and training, including JSAs, Toolbox Talks, audit forms, and incident and accident reports.
Submit accurate timesheets, including job details, overtime, and travel pay.
Monitor production efficiency against budgeted labor hours and communicate proactively with the superintendent.
Follow company standard operating procedures, including purchase order and change order processes.
Maintain timely attendance and communication with supervisors, and complete required paperwork professionally and accurately.
Support customer satisfaction, quality control, and efforts to reduce return trips and warranty work.
Communicate professionally with department personnel, customers, other trades, project managers, county officials, general contractors, and other stakeholders.
Participate in required team meetings and maintain positive teamwork; act as a team leader and mentor when needed.
Travel frequently within the United States, up to 80%, based on project and client needs; work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.