Fire Alarm Project Specialist 2

Convergint Career•Houston, TX

13d

About The Position

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Fire Alarm Project Technician to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will install, program, perform system start- up/check-out, testing/commissioning, customer training and all associated documentation on assigned installation projects including more complex projects. As a Fire Alarm Project Technician, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows. For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers. Who We Are With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide. What you'll do with "Our Training and Your Experience" Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague -first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring

Requirements

Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
Ability to convey complex subject matter to a non-technical
Willing to learn technical skills and/or experience related to fire alarm systems, and/or electronic security
To be a self-starter and work well with little
Understanding of electronics to include Ohm’s law, resistor color code, and relay logic for control of third-party equipment.
Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper).
Experience programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning Edwards or equivalent fire alarm systems of small to medium
To be driven to achieve necessary certifications/licensing related to products, industry, and city/state.
Willingness to coach and mentor less experienced
A valid driver’s license with a clean driving
Possess NICET Level II in Fire Alarm
Possess low voltage electrical license as required by local/state
Ability to travel locally to jobsites on a regular basis. Minimal overnight travel may be required.
3-5 years relevant experience (required)
TX Fire Alarm Installer License (required)

Nice To Haves

NICET Certification (preferred but not required)
EST Certification (preferred but not required)
Associate degree in Electronics or related field including equivalent military experience (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

Installs, programs, test, repairs, and services a variety of systems and equipment which may include security, fire alarm & life safety, and/or building automation with guidance as Colleague is key interface for the provision of technical support and training for the customer and as such is accountable for maximizing customer satisfaction. Refers more complex issues to higher level colleagues.
Working knowledge of blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures unassisted, may require assistance with more complex
Interprets manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and repairs equipment, utilizing knowledge of electronics and using standard test instruments and hand
Working understanding of building, mechanical, sprinkler and fire
Coach and mentor less experienced
Operates systems to demonstrate equipment, commission new systems, analyze performance and identify malfunctions. Writes routine programs for
Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint Technologies is the customer’s first choice for service.
Consult with engineering personnel to resolve unusual problems in system operation, maintenance, and warranty
May advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, installation techniques and standards as well as suggestions for product
Executes many of the technical aspects of multiple projects with varying timelines and budgets including, programming, graphics development, start-up, certification testing, customer training, close-out documentation, and on-going technical support .
Identifies potential project risks, communicates to appropriate parties and assist in the development and implementation of strategies to minimize impact and to control deviations from estimated costs and project
Works with Fire Alarm Designer to ensure fire alarm system meets all relevant codes and standards.
Works closely with the Project Manager and/or Operations Manager and assists in the overall coordination of specific projects; makes recommendations regarding quality of work and potential changes in scope and identifies ways to continuously improve custom er
Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or