Alarm and Detection Technician

Western States Fire Protection Company; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

PTO & Paid Holidays

Parental Leave & Paid Pregnancy Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Western States Fire Protection Company is seeking an Alarm and Detection Technician to provide on-site inspection, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of fire alarm equipment. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and strong communication with project teams and clients.

The technician will train entry-level staff, ensure work meets NFPA and company standards, and coordinate with project managers to finalize job closeouts and billing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA codes preferred.
• NICET I Certification within 2 years.
• NICET II Certification within 2 years of NICET I.
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance.
• Able to complete documentation with or without accommodation.
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and required service to correct them.
• Able to read and write English clearly.
• Capable to present information to managers, customers, AHJ and public.
• Possess a valid driver’s license; per company policy.
• Willing to pass post-offer drug test, background and reference check.

Responsibilities

• Test all equipment after installation or repair to ensure system performance.
• Follow safety manual and prioritize safety of self and others.
• Daily communication with Project Manager/Schedule Coordinator on inspections and project delays.
• Train entry-level employees on procedures and techniques.
• Perform work to NFPA and company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques.
• Coordinate with Project Manager/Schedule Coordinator to ensure complete closeout and turnover to client; ensure work is billed.

Skills

NFPA knowledge

Customer service

Read/write English

Background/drug test clearance

Valid driver''s license

Coordinate inspections

Training entry-level staff

Education

NICET I Certification

NICET II Certification (within 2 years of NICET I)

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What we offer:

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement < !-- slight formatting issue in original: missed closing slash, kept as is -- >
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

Alarm and Detection Technician

The function of the Alarm and Detection Technician is to provide reliable, high-quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturer's equipment. The Alarm and Detection Technician should be a self-motivated, customer service oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure performance of system
• Work in compliance with the Company’s safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times
• Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of jobs
• Responsible for training entry-level employees on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques
• All work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques practiced
• Works with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Ensure that work is completed so it can be billed in full)

Job Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA codes is preferred
• NICET I Certification within 2 years
• NICET II Certification within 2 years of achieving NICET I
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance
• Able to complete documentation as necessary; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies
• Prepared to read and write English clearly
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) and the general public
• Possess a valid driver’s license; in accordance with Company policy
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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