Fire Alarm Technician

APi Group; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

IDP – Career development

Leadership development courses

PTO

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Discretionary Bonuses

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

American Fire Protection Group (AFPG) seeks a Fire Alarm Technician in College Station, TX to install, program and service fire alarm systems for commercial clients. You will perform testing, preventative maintenance, and on‑site inspections, with responsibilities including meticulous documentation and on‑call rotation.

The role emphasizes on‑time delivery and customer relationship building. The position offers a competitive hourly wage, benefits, and opportunities for growth within APi Group’s

Qualifications

• FAL license with 3+ years of experience.
• Gamewell/FCI certification or experience.
• Fire alarm programming and service/troubleshooting experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Install and program fire protection alarm systems for commercial sites.
• Service, test, and inspect fire alarm systems and maintain documentation.
• Respond to on‑call rotations and travel to job sites as required.
• Build relationships with customers and upsell relevant AFPG services.

Skills

FAL License

Strong verbal comms

Customer-focused

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School degree

Tools

Gamewell / FCI

Fire Alarm programming

Job description

Fire Alarm Technician

College Station, TX

American Fire Protection Group (AFPG) is a people-first company with a proven track record of investing in our teammates. Our purpose of "Building Great Leaders" is at the forefront of everything we do.

AFPG is powered by APi Group – a global, market‑leading business services providerof safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. Being a part of an organization like APi Group has many benefits, including highly competitive pay, industry leading benefits and perks, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

We often hear companies claim they are a "family" not just a "company." We strive to be a company that prioritizes the family YOU already have waiting for you at home. Creating a healthy work-life balance and ensuring everyone makes it home safely is our top priority.

Benefits We Offer:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage - Health, Dental, Vision, and more
• 401(k) Plan – Matching %
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Individual Development Plan (IDP) – Define your career goals and create a plan that make the goals attainable
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and training
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonuses
• Employer Paid Life Insurance

Fire Alarm Technician Position

The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on‑site inspecting, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, servicing, and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventative maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers’ equipment.

This position has a salary range of $25-35+ per hour depending on experience and held licenses.

Job Responsibilities

• Installation and programming of fire protection alarm systems for commercial applications (including piping, valves, and accessories).
• Service, Test, and Inspect Fire Alarm systems.
• Document time worked as well as all paperwork relating to assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Must prepare accurate and timely documentation for work performed, complete monthly vehicle reports, and maintain truck inventory to ensure proper response to customers’ needs.
• Documentation of time and work will be done through our inspection and service platforms as well as 3rd party sites.
• On- Call service rotation is required.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers. Up-sell all AFPG services to include SHAD, sprinkler installation, and monitoring.
• Meet responsibilities to the customer, fellow team members and AFPG by arriving on the job on time, ready to work, every day
• Maintain accountability and respect tools and vehicles provided by company.

• Must adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Must communicate effectively - both verbally and in writing.
• Must ensure positive customer experience.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Must be detail oriented.

Job Qualifications

• FAL License with a minimum of 3+ years of experience
• Gamewell / FCI Certified
• Fire Alarm programming experience
• Service and troubleshooting experience
• Technical aptitude
• Strong verbal communication
• Customer-focused and customer-driven mindset
• Thrive in the face of uncertainty
• Valid driver's license
• High School degree or the equivalent
• Electronic Trade School training is a plus
• Must obtain and retain any licenses that are required by state and/or local codes.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test, background, and reference check.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Stand; walk; sit; twist; use hands to handle; reach with hands and arms; push; pull; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
• Use vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, depth, and color.
• Work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions/circumstances such as with ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, wires, ducts, crawl spaces, attics, above ceilings, etc.
• Lift, move, and hold up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work a full-time, flexible schedule with "on call availability" and must be able to travel on short notice.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle (day and evenings) for extended time periods.

Please visit www.afpgusa.com/careers for more information or to see all job openings.

American Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants with American Fire Protection Group and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.