Fire Alarm - Low Voltage Manager

Vsc-Fire-; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay based on experience

Car allowance

Company cell phone/tablet

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Long term disability insurance

Parental leave

EAP

NICET certification test reimbursement

Training and advancement

PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Mobile, AL, seeks a Fire Alarm - Low Voltage Manager to lead the Integrated Systems department. You will oversee design, installation, and service of fire protection and life-safety systems, manage staff, and grow the client base while ensuring safety and quality.

You will hire, train, and evaluate field personnel, oversee contracts and budgets, and ensure compliance with NFPA, codes, and company policies. This role offers advancement, competitive pay, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of experience installing commercial construction integrated systems.
• State or local licensure where required.
• Experience hiring, training, disciplining, and terminating field employees.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA, regulatory standards, and state/local codes.
• Skilled in management, inventory, budgeting, scheduling, and contract/services negotiation.
• Monitor and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to resolve scope disputes tactfully.
• Contact clients to discuss delinquent payments.
• Visit sites to check progress and fulfill contractual commitments.
• Meet with clients to maintain relationships and promote new business.
• Follow up on leads and expand related services.
• Prepare proposals and estimates for customers.
• Plan and monitor job costs and profitability of alarm work.
• Train, coach, and assist staff in certifications.

Skills

Experience installing integrated Syst.

Staff management

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Background checks

NFPA knowledge

Education

State or local licensure

NICET Level II or higher

Business degree (Assoc/Bachelors)

Tools

Gamewell FCI

Fike Systems

IFC

BICSI

Job description

VSC Fire & Security delivers integrated, cutting-edge fire protection, life safety and security solutions, including fire suppression and detection systems, fire sprinklers, alarms and security systems.

The company was founded in 1958 on quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service, with integrity and reliability at the center of everything we do. As the premier provider of fire protection and life-safety solutions across the Southeast, VSC Fire & Security provides every customer with comprehensive solutions through outstanding design, efficient installation, reliable service and repair, and thorough inspections.

Fire Alarm - Low Voltage Manager.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the overall management of an Integrated Systems department. Create, maintain, and develop client base to meet mutually established goals by reporting to senior management. Generate new business, quote on contract opportunities, and negotiate contracts. Make decisions regarding hiring, disciplinary action, and termination of staff. Ensure occurrence of and adherence to all safety and training programs. Integrated Systems may include any of the following: Fire Alarm; Intrusion Detection; Access Control; CCTV; IP Cameras; Networking Infrastructure; Telecom; BDA (Bi-Directional Antenna systems); DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems); Audio/Video; Nurse Call; Area of Refuge; Intercom; Crestron; Extron; Honeywell; Notifier; Gamewell FCI; Silent Knight; Fire Lite; Siemens; AutoCall/JCI; or RATH.

What we offer:

• Excellent pay based on experience
• Generous car allowance offered
• Company cell phone and/or tablet for applicable positions
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company paid life insurance for full time employees
• Company paid long term disability insurance
• Bonus for referring new employees
• Parental leave for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• NICET certification test reimbursement
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• All needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

What you need:

• Seven to ten years of experience installing commercial construction integrated systems.
• State or local licensure where required.
• Experience hiring, training, disciplining, and terminating field employees.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA, regulatory standards, and state/local codes.
• Skilled in management, inventory, budgeting, scheduling, and contract/services negotiation.
• Monitor and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to pass various background checks where required.
• Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.
• Desirable (but not required!):
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business or related field.
  • NICET Level ll or higher
  • Current certifications in Gamewell FCI & Fike Systems and IFC, BICSI, ADA, or AHJ.
  • Advanced knowledge of electrical wiring, NEC, and BOCA.

What you will do:

• Work with clients to ensure that all circumstances involving disagreements as to scope, method of handling on-site conditions, and/or other client dissatisfaction is handled tactfully and with patience and
• Contact clients as needed to discuss and resolve delinquent payment issues.
• Visit sites as necessary to check on progress of work and fulfillment of contractual commitments.
• Meet with current client base to maintain business relationships and promote new business.
• Follow up on leads, cultivate new contacts, implement specific marketing strategies, and/or expand other related services and offerings.
• Prepare proposals and estimates for new and established customers.
• Plan and monitor job costs and profitability of contracted alarm work to meet department goals.
• Accurately interpret instructions and directives as assigned by supervisor.
• Complete work in a timely manner as outlined by supervisor.
• Ensure work orders are ready for invoicing within three days.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with others – including but not limited to co-workers, customers,
• Exercise a high level of autonomy in organizing, planning, and prioritizing own work.
• Use extensive concentration, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
• Use personal computer, phone, email, copier, and/or other office equipment.
• Ability to perform detailed data entry in work order processing system.
• Oversees, plans, schedules, and prioritizes the work of others.
• Monitor the activity, productivity, and accuracy of employees.
• Schedule and direct staff on daily job assignments as needed.
• Train, coach and assist in developing employees.
• Assist with providing in-service training for staff and support training and testing for staff certifications.
• Review and reinforce standard operating procedures with employees. Address workplace behaviors that raise risk of job-site liability or property damage.
• Evaluate and discuss with employees their progress to include strengths and weaknesses to assist them with their professional growth and meeting of professional goals.

VSC Fire and Security is a drug free workplace.

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