Fire & Security Service Technician - Impactful Field Tech

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Company vehicle

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with match

Paid vacation & holidays

Training & development

Ownership plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Security Service Technician in Houston, TX. The role involves independent service, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fire and intrusion alarms, access control, and CCTV within low-voltage systems.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in the fire and life safety industry, Texas FAL and Security licenses, and a valid driver’s license. You will read blueprints, document work orders, and travel to job sites as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in fire and life safety as apprentice or technician.
• FAL Texas Fire Alarm License required.
• Texas Security license required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record if driving role.
• Strong knowledge of intrusion alarms, access control, CCTV, and low-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Independently service, troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain security systems including fire and intrusion alarms and CCTV.
• Diagnose system issues and perform corrective actions promptly.
• Test and verify system functionality for code compliance and customer requirements.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance of security and low-voltage systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and system layouts.
• Use hand tools and testing equipment to complete service work safely.

Skills

Independent work

Blueprint reading

Customer communication

Low-voltage systems

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Security Service Technician in Houston, TX. The role involves independent service, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fire and intrusion alarms, access control, and CCTV within low-voltage systems.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in the fire and life safety industry, Texas FAL and Security licenses, and a valid driver’s license. You will read blueprints, document work orders, and travel to job sites as required.