Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Fire Alarm Install Lead Technician who will supervise projects while actively installing fire alarm systems, interpreting plans and ensuring code compliance.

You will lead technicians and apprentices on site, coordinate with managers and contractors, monitor progress, maintain records, and travel to job sites as required while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 8+ years of experience in the fire and life safety industry.
• At least 3+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, installation practices, and applicable codes.
• NICET Level II or above preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute fire alarm system installations in accordance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Supervise and coordinate daily site activities for technicians and apprentices.
• Manage multiple projects or smaller 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.
• Travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Fire alarm systems

Project supervision

Blueprints & schematics

Safety compliance

Documentation

Travel readiness

Lead technician capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level II or above preferred

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 pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Our 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.

Since 1946, we have been an industry leader with a reputation for putting our customers and our people first.

More About Us We strive to serve our communities by keeping businesses, families, and neighbors safe from fire, life safety, and security risks. Our values serve as the foundation for our culture -they're how we treat our customers and each other.

We promise to make recommendations that are always in the best interest of our customers and provide service that's responsive and dependable, every time. You can count on us to care for you - our customer - as we care for each other. We have the utmost appreciation for this industry and each other, and are proud to be working together to help our customers and neighbors protect what they've built. We're committed to quality craftsmanship, quick response and taking care of our team members and our customers like family.