Fire Alarm Technician - Test and Inspect (SLS)

Bosch Building Technologies LLC•Irving, TX

About The Position

About Robert Bosch GmbH Headquartered in Germany, Robert Bosch GmbH is a premier global supplier with four primary business sectors: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Over 400,000+ associates generate sales of over €90 billion. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The special ownership structure guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant investments in safeguarding its future. In North America, Robert Bosch LLC supplies automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drive and control technology, power tool, security and building technology, thermo-technology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare, and software innovations. Bosch established its regional presence in North America in 1906 and now employs 41,000 associates in more than one hundred locations. Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Bosch’s role as a comprehensive supplier of energy, building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single-source integrator of critical building systems including energy services, building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting, planning, implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec is active in several market segments and industries including data centers, commercial real estate buildings, and federal, state, and local government. Climatec has operated as an independent entity, maintaining its offices in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. Climatec continues to represent and integrate numerous leading manufactures’ product lines across its wide range of services, including Bosch products. In 2023, Bosch acquired Canadian-based security integrator Paladin Technologies. Merging Paladin Technologies and Climatec will significantly expand Bosch’s Integrator Business in North America. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $800M in revenues and 2800 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies, Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy, building automation and security solutions. Job Summary: Project Specialist I supports the design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems for industrial and critical environment applications. This role works closely with Kroger management, staff and other non-Kroger customers. The position offers hands‑on experience across the full-service while building technical skills, troubleshooting capabilities, and customer‑facing communication in a collaborative engineering environment. This specific position is for the semi-embedded Kroger technician in the Dallas area working with their existing Bosch systems.

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or Electronics related studies preferred.
1+ years of experience in Security and Life Safety field.
1+ years of experience in Bosch Intrusion and Fire systems.
FAL License.
Bosch Certified.
Knowledge and proficiency with intrusion, access control, video (analog and digital) and fire systems.
Able to self-manage and operate in a remote environment.
Capable of operating with little guidance and supervision.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Clean driving record

Nice To Haves

BS (Computer/Mechanical) or equivalent experience/training.
2+ years of experience in Security and Life Safety environment.
Bosch Master Level certification.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Determine the design and performance parameters for control system applications.
Support sales by visiting customer sites to support discussions related to the technical details of potential solutions.
Provide direction and support through the construction process.
Perform, assist, and sign off on final testing/commissioning of the completed systems.
Initiate final technical documentation for completed projects (As-Builts).
Troubleshoot and service Bosch intrusion and fire hardware.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for other technicians, customers, and sales teams.
Responsible for maintaining current technical, interpersonal, and communication skills through continuous education/development. (school, reading, seminars, industry group membership, etc.)
Maintain clean driving record.
Must be able to access and inspect all areas of Kroger Security and Life Safety systems.
Must be able travel as required
Other duties as assigned.