Fire Alarm Helper-Austin

Firetron Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety solutions company in Austin, Texas is looking for an entry-level trainee. This position will involve assisting with inspections and maintenance of fire alarm systems, as well as providing support during diagnosis and troubleshooting under the guidance of a technician. Candidates should have knowledge of hand tools and communication skills. The role requires some physical demands including climbing ladders and potential after-hours work.

Qualifications

• Ability to read Fire Alarm prints and install accordingly.
• Experience working in unusual positions such as climbing ladders and working in ducts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Support diagnosis, evaluation, and troubleshooting of systems during inspections.
• May install and test fire alarm systems under guidance.

Skills

Hand tool knowledge

Power tool knowledge

Multi-meter knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

This entry level position is considered a trainee who is learning the mechanics of fire alarm systems. This position will assist with the performance of routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems under direct supervision. In addition, this role will support the diagnosis and evaluation of systems that require servicing as well as troubleshooting issues that arise during inspections under direct supervision. This position may install and test fire alarm systems under the close guidance of a Fire Alarm Technician. The position receives guidance and direction regarding day-to-day work tasks from a Fire Alarm Technician.

Responsibilities

Assist with routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems under direct supervision. Support diagnosis, evaluation, and troubleshooting of systems that require servicing during inspections under direct supervision. May install and test fire alarm systems under the close guidance of a Fire Alarm Technician.

Qualifications

• Hand tool, power tool and multi-meter knowledge is required
• Be available to support technicians
• Must be able to provide detailed notes on work orders daily
• Must have the ability to read a set of Fire Alarm prints and install accordingly
• Excellent communication skills required
• Must be able to perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• After-hours overtime and weekend work as needed based on customer demands
• Valid Driver’s license

Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required. MVR checks are required for all driving positions.