Alarm Service Technician

Allied Fire Protection; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection in Pearland, TX is seeking an Alarm Service Technician to install, test and service fire alarm and suppression systems across residential, commercial and industrial sites. You will lead field teams, ensure code compliance, complete documentation, and coordinate with project managers to meet schedules and budgets.

The role requires NFPA knowledge, RME-I, K, A certifications, and experience with fire alarm systems; willingness to train apprentices and perform on-call duties

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fire alarm systems and NFPA codes.
• Experience with suppression systems.
• RME-I, K, A Certifications required.
• Ability to read fire alarm blueprints and submittals.

Responsibilities

• Install fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Service and repair fire alarm and suppression systems.
• Oversee, direct, and delegate tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure paperwork and documentation are completed accurately and timely.
• Coordinate daily work schedules and supervise personnel in the field.

Skills

Fire alarm systems knowledge

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Scissor lift certification

Job description

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Pearland, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1610

ALARM SERVICE TECHNICIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

RME-I, K, A Certifications Required

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Installation of fire alarmsystems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Service and repair fire alarm, suppression systems
• Installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems along with all its related equipment
• Be a leader: oversee, direct, and delegateappropriate tasksto fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements, and exceed the goalsestablishedby the firealarm servicesuperintendent.
• Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivitybudgets
• Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate managementsystems
• Ensure that all equipment; including any specialty valves and fire pumps are installed in strict compliance with manufacture’srequirements
• Conduct/coordinate necessary testing of the system Ensure required certifications are complete.
• Instruct and train Helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and/or systeminstallation
• Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/productivity of assignedemployees
• Maintain inventory onvehicle
• Perform all other dutiesassigned
• 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.
• EnsuretimelyandaccurateIncident and Accident Reporting
• Hold yourself accountable for all SafetyInitiatives
• 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,accurateand professional, with requiredsignatures
• Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips –submittedtimely, proper materialmanagement
• 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 withthe 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 improvementopportunities
• 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 –maintainpositive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
• Actively Participate in required team meetings
• Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call asneeded

Knowledge:

• Must have knowledge of firealarmsystems
• Must have previous suppression system (captiveaire), including extinguisher experience
• Understand firealarm installationrequirements
• Ability to properly read firealarm blueprints,submittalsand operation/product manuals.
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Forklift and scissor lift certification,preferred
• FALrequired
• Understanding of NFPA codes and standards

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience
• Familiar withSuppression Kitchen Hoods
• RME-I, K, A Certifications required

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to take direction from upper management
• Accurately complete andmaintainallpaperwork
• Maintain vehicle and tools as per companypolicy
• Must have valid state driver's license andgood drivingrecord
• Self-motivated , Ambitious , Interactive , Communicative , Detail-oriented and Organized
• Knowledgeable with NFPA72rules and all necessary codes
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional and positive manner with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
• Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintain a clean and safe workenvironment
• Comply withall company safety practices and the safetyhandbook
• Complete projectsin a timely mannerwhileprovidingthe highest standard of quality work and customersatisfaction