Fire Alarm Installer, Lead

Century Fire Protection; Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Century Fire Protection seeks an experienced on-site Supervisor to lead the installation, modification, and commissioning of fire alarm and life safety systems. You will supervise a crew of installers, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and compliance with codes and approved plans at commercial, industrial, and residential sites.

You will read drawings, coordinate with project teams, train technicians, and complete daily reports and material usage documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 4–7 years of fire alarm installation experience with prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of fire alarm systems, components, and installation practices; ability to read blueprints, riser diagrams and wiring schematics.
• NICET or other fire alarm certifications preferred; experience with addressable systems (e.g., Notifier, Simplex, Edwards, Siemens, Honeywell, Bosch).

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of fire alarm systems including addressable and conventional panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, power supplies, and wiring.
• Read, interpret, and execute work based on approved drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Perform device mounting, wire pulling, terminations, labeling, and system programming support (as applicable).
• Conduct system testing, pre-testing, and commissioning activities prior to AHJ inspections.
• Troubleshoot system issues, verify device operation, and correct deficiencies.

Skills

Supervision

Reading blueprints

Riser diagrams

Wiring schematics

Mentoring technicians

Education

High school diploma

NICET or fire alarm certs preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Responsible for leading and performing the installation, modification, and commissioning of fire alarm and life safety systems while supervising a crew of installers; ensures work is completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and approved plans; serves as the primary on-site point of contact and is accountable for job quality, productivity, and crew performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of fire alarm systems including addressable and conventional panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, power supplies, and wiring.
• Read, interpret, and execute work based on approved drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Perform device mounting, wire pulling, terminations, labeling, and system programming support (as applicable).
• Conduct system testing, pre-testing, and commissioning activities prior to AHJ inspections.
• Troubleshoot system issues, verify device operation, and correct deficiencies.
• Supervise and direct installers on job sites.
• Assign daily tasks and ensure productivity and quality standards are met.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians in proper installation methods and code compliance. Complete daily reports, time tracking, and material usage documentation.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma and 4–7 years of fire alarm installation experience, with prior lead or supervisory experience preferred; strong working knowledge of fire alarm systems, components, and installation practices; ability to read blueprints, riser diagrams, and wiring schematics. NICET or other fire alarm certifications preferred; experience with addressable systems (e.g., Notifier, Simplex, Edwards, Siemens, Honeywell, Bosch).

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office applications, Word & Excel.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces; ability to work at heights and on active construction sites; ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs; field-based role at commercial, industrial, and residential job sites, exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and construction environments; overtime or travel between job sites required.

Benefits

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

We support and hire Veterans and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.