Fire Alarm Installation Foreman

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Pflugerville, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. Foremen are responsible for monitoring general assigned activities of a team in the field to include installation, testing, trouble-shooting and subsequent repairs of fire alarm/life safety systems and related components. Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an industry leader since 1946, with a reputation for putting customers and people first. The company strives to serve communities by keeping businesses, families, and neighbors safe from fire, life safety, and security risks. They are committed to quality craftsmanship, quick response, and taking care of team members and customers like family.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience installing fire alarm systems
• Texas Fire Alarm License (FAL) required
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with commercial and residential systems
• Troubleshooting skills
• Ability to act in a lead capacity and manage teams or groups of individuals on projects
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Clean driving record
• Ability to display knowledge of principles, practices, codes and regulations related to the work
• Ability to display knowledge of basic practices of reviewing official documents for completeness and accuracy

Nice To Haves

• NICET certification (requires prior experience or training)
• Knowledge of NFPA standards (including 70 and 72)

Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings
• Test and repair alarm systems that are already in place
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code
• Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues
• Report results of work completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Protect and maintain company equipment
• Meet with building engineers, property management and/or site contacts upon arrival to facilitate the project
• Verify the integrity of all work prior to tying-in to building’s fire alarm system
• Perform functionality testing of installed devices, metering circuits and devices for shorts, grounds and faults
• Repair systems as needed to ensure a fully compliant system is in operation
• Inspect and maintain the truck and all related equipment, putting in repair requests as necessary to maintain safe operation
• Operate warehouse equipment, including vehicles, in a way that facilitates the loading and unloading of the truck while observing all safety regulations and manufacturer’s safety instructions for that equipment
• Work safely as outlined by company safety procedures, including driver safety and personal protective equipment
• Respond to emergency service calls
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace
• Be on an On-Call rotation schedule
• Perform other duties assigned by management
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy
• Travel when needed

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees