Alarm Helper

Allied Fire Protection; Carrollton (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection is hiring a Fire Alarm Helper to assist with installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. You will learn to read project drawings and support technicians in completing layouts and wiring tasks.

The role requires basic math and reading skills, a high school diploma, and a willingness to work outdoors with safety as a priority. Overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of fire alarm helper experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift and perform physical labor, with overtime up to 20 hours per week.
• Ability to work outdoors and independently while following safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems.
• Learn from project drawings to interpret layout and requirements.
• Pull wire, mount back boxes, terminate devices, and use hand tools.
• Maintain clean, organized jobsites and ensure safety compliance.
• Submit required safety documents and timesheets on time.

Skills

Physical stamina

Independent worker

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Alarm Helper

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1025

ALARM HELPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Learn by paying attention and participating with all that is being asked within all aspects of the fire alarm trade
• Assist technician with installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems along with all its related equipment
• Assist technician with installation of fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Learn and use project drawings to accurately and entirely interpret and installation requirement details and layout as needed
• Learn to pull wire, mount back boxes, terminate devices, frequently climb ladders, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as powered hand tools, tools, lifts, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
• Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
• Safety First
• Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc.
• Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
• Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
• Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles
• Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority
• Complete all Training Requirements – Safety, Certifications, etc.
• Submit accurate Timesheet – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal
• Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures
• Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips – submitted timely, proper material management
• Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Keep jobsites clean and organized
• Ensure Production Efficiency – awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent
• Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs – Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc.
• Timeliness – at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work
• Maintain a Professional appearance
• Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers
• Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
• Actively Participate in required team meetings
• Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as needed

Knowledge:

• Basic Math and Reading
• Understand and follow basic Safety procedures
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience:

• 2 years of experience as a fire alarm helper, preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Physical stamina and ability to perform laborious and strenuous work for extended hours, including overtime up to 20 hours per week, if necessary
• Sense of pride, integrity, and organizational ability
• Must enjoy working independently and outdoors