Senior Fire Alarm Systems Lead & Technical Mentor

envelopgroup; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EnvelopiQ, Indianapolis-based, seeks a Senior Fire Systems Technician / Technical Team Lead to guide installation, commissioning, and service of fire alarm and low-voltage systems. You will mentor technicians, ensure code compliance, and drive project success.

Ideal candidates bring NICET II (III preferred), strong NFPA knowledge, and proven leadership in field teams. You will interact with customers, coordinate with engineering and management, and uphold safety and quality standards on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or trade school in electrical, electronics, fire protection, or communications preferred.
• NICET Level II certification required; NICET Level III preferred.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA standards, life safety codes, and local regulations.
• Experience reading blueprints, specifications, submittals, wiring diagrams, and product documentation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for fire alarm system installations, upgrades, commissioning, and service activities.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and field support to technicians and junior team members.
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues and troubleshooting challenges.
• Support Sales Engineers during customer evaluations, solution discussions, and technical reviews.
• Promote best practices related to installation quality, safety, documentation, and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

NFPA standards

Blueprints

Communication

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school in electrical/electronics/fire protection/communication

Tools

Multimeters

Analyzers

Testing equipment

Commissioning devices

Job description

EnvelopiQ, Indianapolis-based, seeks a Senior Fire Systems Technician / Technical Team Lead to guide installation, commissioning, and service of fire alarm and low-voltage systems. You will mentor technicians, ensure code compliance, and drive project success.

Ideal candidates bring NICET II (III preferred), strong NFPA knowledge, and proven leadership in field teams. You will interact with customers, coordinate with engineering and management, and uphold safety and quality standards on-site.