Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company vehicle

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and career development

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Lead Technician to supervise and perform fire alarm installations across projects. You will interpret plans, lead teams, and ensure work meets safety standards, codes, and company procedures on commercial and industrial sites.

The role requires 8+ years in fire and life safety and 3+ years in a lead capacity, with NICET II+ preferred and a clean driving record where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 8+ years in fire and life safety as a technician or above.
• 3+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, installation practices, and codes.
• NICET Level II or above preferred; clean driving record if driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute fire alarm installations per plans and codes.
• Supervise daily site activities for technicians and apprentices.
• Manage multiple jobs or projects simultaneously.
• Interpret blueprints and install, test, troubleshoot, verify systems.
• Use hand tools and test equipment; ensure safety and quality.
• Train and support team members; coordinate with stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation, travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II or above preferred

Tools

Testing equipment

Blueprints & schematics interpretation

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.The Fire Alarm Install Lead Technician is technician who functions in a supervisory capacity while actively performing installation work. This role leads individual jobs and/or multiple projects. The Lead Technician provides direction, coordination, and oversight to assigned team members while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and company standards.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Lead and execute fire alarm system installations in accordance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.Supervise and coordinate daily job site activities for assigned technicians and apprentices.Manage individual projects or multiple smaller, minimally complex jobs simultaneously.Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.Perform system installation, testing, troubleshooting, and verification.Use hand tools and testing equipment to complete installations.Ensure all work complies with safety standards, codes, and company policies.Provide leadership, training, and support to team members on job sites.Coordinate with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders.Monitor job progress, productivity, and quality of work.Maintain accurate documentation and job records.Maintain a clean and organized job site.Travel to job sites as required.Other duties as assigned by management.Education/Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required.8+ years of experience in the fire and life safety industry as a technician or above.Must have at least 3+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory role.Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage job site activities.Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, installation practices, and applicable codes.NICET Level II or above preferred.Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving is required).Other Duties:Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.Performs other duties as assigned by management.Physical Requirements:Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing ladders, and working in various environments.Ability to lift 50+ pounds.Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.Benefits and Perks:Excellent payMedical, dental, visionCompany paid life insuranceCompany paid short-term disability401K with employer matchPaid vacation and company holidaysTraining and Career DevelopmentCompany vehicle (if job applicable)Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employeesOur Commitment:Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.Our EEO Statement:Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.