Fire Alarm Field Supervisor – Installation

Ryan Fireprotection; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Fireprotection, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm Field Supervisor — Installation to lead and support fire alarm installation crews on new construction and renovation projects in Indianapolis.

You will ensure code-compliant installations delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule, while mentoring field technicians and coordinating with project teams. The ideal candidate has NICET III, strong NFPA knowledge, field leadership skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple sites and maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• NICET Level III in Fire Alarm Systems (or equivalent experience) required.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 70 (NEC), and IBC codes.
• Demonstrated experience performing service and inspection work and completing field reports.
• Strong working knowledge of inspection software and digital documentation tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional customer service focus and a proactive problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for fire alarm installations across multiple sites, ensuring schedule adherence and code compliance.
• Coordinate with project managers, foremen, engineers, and operations staff on scope, sequencing, and material needs.
• Verify installations meet design drawings, company standards, NFPA 72, NEC, and building codes.
• Participate in project DRILL meetings and provide field input for design and planning.
• Mentor and guide field technicians and apprentices, providing on-the-job training and feedback.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and address issues promptly.
• Lead jobsite safety efforts, enforce safety protocols, and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Maintain records of field activities, including manpower and daily progress.
• Support onboarding and field orientation for new hires.
• Serve as a communications link between field and office on labor, scheduling, safety, and quality.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and professionalism across the installation team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training (preferred)

Tools

Inspection software

Digital documentation tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fire Alarm Field Supervisor — Installation

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Reports To: Field Operations Manager
The Field Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting fire alarm installation crews on new construction and renovation projects. This role ensures high-quality, code-compliant installations delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project schedules and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in fire alarm system installations, team leadership, field coordination, and code knowledge, with the ability to manage multiple job sites and foster a productive, safety-focused field culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily field operations for fire alarm system installations across multiple construction sites, ensuring projects stay on schedule, within scope, and to code.
• Coordinate with project managers, foremen, engineers, and operations staff to ensure clear understanding of project scope, sequencing, and material needs.
• Verify installations are completed according to design drawings, company standards, NFPA 72, NEC (NFPA 70), and applicable building codes.
• Participate in project DRILL meetings and provide field input to support accurate project design and planning.
• Mentor and guide field technicians and apprentices, providing on-the-job training and real-time feedback to build field capabilities and ensure quality craftsmanship.
• Conduct site visits and walkthroughs to assess progress, ensure work aligns with project expectations, and address issues promptly.
• Lead jobsite safety efforts, enforce safety protocols, conduct safety audits, and ensure all team members comply with company and OSHA standards.
• Maintain accurate records of field activities, including manpower tracking, daily reports, and project progress updates.
• Support and facilitate new hire onboarding and field orientation, ensuring employees understand company expectations, safety practices, and jobsite procedures.
• Serve as a key communication link between the field and office, keeping management informed of issues related to labor, productivity, scheduling, safety, and quality.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professionalism among all installation team members.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• NICET Level III in Fire Alarm Systems (or equivalent experience) required.
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 70 (NEC), and IBC codes.
• Demonstrated experience performing service and inspection work and completing field reports.
• Strong working knowledge of inspection software and digital documentation tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional customer service focus and a proactive problem-solver.