Alarm Helper - TRAVEL REQUIRED

Allied Fire Protection; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection in Pearland, TX seeks a Fire Protection Helper to join travel teams installing and maintaining fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. You will learn from foremen and gain hands-on experience with project drawings and field installation tasks.

Requirements include HS diploma or equivalent, 1 year related experience preferred, and a valid driver’s license. Must be able to travel and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic math and reading of measurements required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred.
• 1 year of experience with fire protection systems or construction-related helper role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist foreman and fitter with installation, service, and troubleshooting of sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Read project drawings to interpret installation details and layouts.
• Thread and groove pipe, install hangers, read blueprints, and maintain clean work areas.
• Support inventory management and ensure timely, accurate paperwork and submittals.

Skills

Basic math

Reading measurements

Valid driver’s license

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Job Description

FIRE PROTECTION HELPER - TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Learn by paying attention and participating with all that is being asked within all aspects of the fire sprinkler and fire alarm trade
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation, service, and trouble-shooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment for fire alarm installation support
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation of fire sprinkler or 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 thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as 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

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 sprinkler and fire alarm trade
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation, service, and trouble-shooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment for fire alarm installation support
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation of fire sprinkler or 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 thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as tools, lifts, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Expectations

• Learn by paying attention and participating with all that is being asked within all aspects of the fire sprinkler and fire alarm trade
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation, service, and trouble-shooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment for fire alarm installation support
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation of fire sprinkler or 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 thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as 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
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience as a fire sprinkler, fire alarm, or construction-related helper, preferred

Skills And Competencies

• Ability to travel out of city and state - Active Driver's License and Background Check required
• Ability to take direction from upper management
• Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record
• Self-motivated , Ambitious , Interactive , Communicative , Detail-oriented and Organized
• Demonstrate ability to accurately read measurements from tape or scales