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. The role involves making a difference, protecting lives, and building a career with an industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

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 and 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 is preferred (requires prior experience or training)
• Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (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
• 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