Fire Alarm Systems Lead Installer (Travel & Per Diem)

Allied Fire Protection; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection in Austin, TX, is seeking an Alarm Construction Technician to install and service fire alarm systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. You will lead on-site tasks, coordinate schedules, and ensure compliance with safety and project budgets.

Knowledge of NFPA codes, ability to read blueprints, and willingness to travel up to 80% are important. You will train helpers, maintain equipment, and ensure timely paperwork and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read fire alarm blueprints/submittals.
• NFPA codes familiarity.
• Experience with service and installation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Installation of fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Be a leader: oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to fulfil project deadlines.
• Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets.
• Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate management systems.
• Instruct and train Helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and/or system installation.
• Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/productivity of assigned employees.
• Maintain inventory on vehicle.
• Travel up to 80% as needed; per diem and lodging provided.

Skills

Knowledge of fire alarm systems

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

NFPA knowledge

Forklift certification

Scissor lift certification

Multi-meter usage

Job description

Allied Fire Protection in Austin, TX, is seeking an Alarm Construction Technician to install and service fire alarm systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. You will lead on-site tasks, coordinate schedules, and ensure compliance with safety and project budgets.

Knowledge of NFPA codes, ability to read blueprints, and willingness to travel up to 80% are important. You will train helpers, maintain equipment, and ensure timely paperwork and incident reporting.