Lead Fire Alarm Installer & Systems Supervisor

Century Fire Protection; Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking a skilled lead installer to manage on-site fire alarm system installations in Houston and Magnolia, TX. You will supervise a crew, interpret blueprints, and ensure safety and quality across projects.

Responsibilities include wiring, testing, commissioning, and training junior technicians. Prior lead experience with NICET preferred, and knowledge of addressable systems is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of fire alarm systems including panels and wiring.
• Read, interpret, and execute work from drawings and submittals.
• Perform device mounting, wiring, and system programming support.
• Conduct system testing, pre-testing, and commissioning activities.
• Troubleshoot issues, verify device operation, and fix deficiencies.
• Supervise installers on job sites and assign daily tasks.
• Train and mentor technicians on installation methods and code compliance.
• Complete daily reports, time tracking, and material usage documentation.

Skills

Lead installation

Blueprint reading

Team supervision

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

4–7 years of fire alarm installation experience

NICET certification preferred

Tools

Notifier

Simplex

Edwards

Siemens

Honeywell

Bosch

Microsoft Office

Job description

Century Fire Protection is seeking a skilled lead installer to manage on-site fire alarm system installations in Houston and Magnolia, TX. You will supervise a crew, interpret blueprints, and ensure safety and quality across projects.

Responsibilities include wiring, testing, commissioning, and training junior technicians. Prior lead experience with NICET preferred, and knowledge of addressable systems is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for career growth.