Operations Manager for Fire Alarm and Security

Jobot; Jurupa Valley (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car and gas card

Travel to client sites

Job summary

Jobot in California is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations for a leading security and alarm systems provider, driving project execution and customer satisfaction.

You will lead teams, manage resources, travel to client sites, and ensure financial accountability while staying compliant with standards. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a company car and gas card, plus opportunities for accelerated career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations or field management experience in security systems.
• Experience leading installation projects and teams.
• Strong communication and customer relations skills.
• Knowledge of fire alarm, CCTV and access control technologies.
• Ability to read construction plans and adhere to codes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily branch operations and financial accountability.
• Lead projects from planning to execution within budgets and timelines.
• Build and develop high-performing teams through training and coaching.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure service quality.
• Drive productivity, quality, and field installation standards.
• Travel to client or branch locations as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support objectives.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Customer relationships

Problem solving

Tools

Fire alarm systems

CCTV

Access control

Intrusion alarms

Job description

Join a Top leader in the Security and Alarm system industry!

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us

This organization was established in the late 1960s with a mission to deliver advanced safety solutions and exceptional customer support. It has grown into one of the largest family‑operated security and fire‑protection providers in the country, serving a wide range of commercial, retail, government, corporate, and residential clients. To ensure reliable protection around the clock, the company operates its own nationally certified monitoring centers.

The focus has always been on preventing loss and safeguarding people. The team takes pride in building long‑term partnerships, and much of the organization’s success comes from the strong relationships formed with its clients

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Great 401k package!
• Paid Holidays and Vacations!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring financial accountability, and delivering high‑quality service and project execution. This role leads teams, manages resources, and drives continuous improvement while maintaining strong customer relationships and operational excellence.

Job Requirements

• Must have 5+ years of installation experience with fire alarm, cctv, + access control
• Oversee daily branch operations, ensuring financial accountability, efficient resource management, and compliance with company standards
• Manage projects from planning through execution, ensuring adherence to specifications, schedules, budgets, and quality requirements
• Prepare estimates and manage change orders and service contracts to support revenue growth
• Build, lead, and develop high‑performing teams through recruiting, training, coaching, and performance management
• Maintain strong customer relationships through effective communication, site visits, and timely resolution of complex issues
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and field installation standards
• Stay current on products, services, and industry trends while providing feedback on operational and customer issues
• Collaborate with internal departments and travel to client or branch locations as needed to support business objectives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fire alarm systems, intrusion alarms, access control, CCTV, and/or NEC.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in Security, Fire Alarms, CCTV, and Access Control Systems
• Effective problem resolution skills and detail oriented
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company requirements
• Reading and Interpreting Construction Plans
• Knowledge of applicable local, state and federal codes required

Preferred

• Fire Alarm - California Journeyman Fire Card, Reg 4 Certification
• NICET Certification, Notifier Experience
• Access Control - Lenel and/or S2 Experience, SQL Database Administration
• Alarm Agent Card

Company car and gas card will be provided to you.

You will travel to local commercial businesses during your working hours.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization.

Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.