Alarm Service Technician

Overview

Install, service, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems in various buildings

Key Responsibilities

• alarm installation
• system testing
• troubleshooting
• inventory management
• safety compliance
• documentation

Tasks

-Comply with all company safety practices and the safety handbook -Installation, service, and trouble-shooting of fire alarm systems along with all its related equipment -Conduct/coordinate necessary testing of the system Ensure required certifications are complete. -Keep jobsites clean and organized -Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate management systems -Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles -Maintain a clean and safe work environment -Maintain inventory on service vehicle -Complete projects in a timely manner while providing the highest standard of quality work and customer satisfaction -Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork -Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs – Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc. -Submit accurate Timesheet – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal -Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips – submitted timely, proper material management -Actively Participate in required team meetings -Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority -Complete all Training Requirements – Safety, Certifications, etc. -Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc. -Ensure Production Efficiency – awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent -Installation of fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings -Instruct and train Helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and/or system installation -Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures -Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc. -Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/productivity of assigned employees -Maintain vehicle and tools as per company policy -Be a leader: oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements, and exceed the goals established by the fire alarm service superintendent. -Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting -Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities -Maintain a Professional appearance -Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc. -Ensure that all equipment; including any specialty valves and fire pumps are installed in strict compliance with manufacture’s requirements -Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work -Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets

Requirements

• high school
• nfpa 72
• fire alarm
• blueprints
• forklift
• 5+ years

What You Bring

-Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent -Understanding of NFPA codes and standards -Understand fire alarm installation requirements -Knowledgeable with NFPA 72 rules and all necessary codes -Ability to properly read fire alarm blueprints -Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers -Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as needed -Forklift and scissor lift certification, preferred -Must have knowledge of fire alarm systems -Timeliness – at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork -Ability to interact and communicate in a professional and positive manner with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc. -Ability to take direction from upper management -Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor -Minimum of 5 years of experience -Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record -Self-motivated , Ambitious , Interactive , Communicative , Detail-oriented and Organized

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About Allied Fire Protection

-Turned a teenage dream into a fire-safety powerhouse. -Grew into a full-service contractor with six Texas offices. -Specializes in fire sprinkler systems, alarm detection, suppression, extinguishers, monitoring, and underground mains. -Engineers systems early in project planning, coordinating BIM designs and municipal requirements for seamless integration. -Manages everything from design and installation to monitoring, maintenance, inspections, and emergency response. -Trusted by industrial, commercial, healthcare, institutional, and residential clients across Texas on flagship projects. -Notable for its veteran-field-tech culture, apprenticeship training, and owners who still lead crews in the field. -Underground work—including water-main taps, vaults, backflow assemblies, and hydrant mains—sets it apart from peers.

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