Field Technician — Fire Alarm & Life Safety Systems

Industrial Fire Protection (IFP); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SEVO Industrial Fire Protection (IFP) is seeking mid and senior level Field Technicians to join our Field Services team. You will install, test, commission, inspect, maintain, and service fire alarm, detection, and special-hazards suppression systems at customer sites across the United States, with Houston-based location preference.

As a Field Technician I-III, you’ll apply hands-on technical skills, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with project teams and customers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field service experience in special-hazards or related systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and ability to travel up to 90%.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, commission, inspect, maintain, and service fire alarm and special-hazards systems.
• Perform low-voltage wiring, conduit, and device installation.
• Read plans, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs for field work.
• Execute inspections, testing, preventive maintenance, and repairs to standards.
• Assist with programming, configuration, and project closeout activities as qualified.
• Identify field issues and communicate findings to project teams.
• Coordinate field activities with technicians, PM, engineering, and customers.
• Complete field reports and documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow safety requirements and maintain tools and vehicles in safe condition.
• Participate in training and expand expertise in fire and life safety.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced technicians when needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Read drawings

Driver's license

Safety-minded

Willingness to travel

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

NICET Level III certification (Fire Alarm or Special Hazards)

Job description

SEVO Industrial Fire Protection (IFP) is seeking mid and senior level Field Technicians to join our Field Services team. You will install, test, commission, inspect, maintain, and service fire alarm, detection, and special-hazards suppression systems at customer sites across the United States, with Houston-based location preference.

As a Field Technician I-III, you’ll apply hands-on technical skills, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with project teams and customers.