Lead Fire Alarm Installation Technician

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** This role will report primarily to the Lindale, TX branch **

This position is responsible for the installation and certification of life safety systems and associated devices according to local & national codes and standards. Installers are responsible for general assigned activities such as installation, testing, trouble-shooting and subsequent repairs on the installation of fire alarm/life safety systems and related components. Our ideal candidate will display a in-depth understanding of fire alarm installation and can work without supervision, but also act as a lead to other working technicians.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review blueprints/drawings to determine device locations and placement

• Install equipment according to national electrical, fire alarm and life safety codes and installation standards

• Meet with building engineers, property management and/or site contacts upon arrival to facility to notify of work status and again upon conclusion of workday

• Verify integrity of all work prior to tying-in to building’s fire alarm system. This may include functionality testing of installed devices, metering circuits and devices for shorts, grounds and faults

• Repair as needed to ensure a fully compliant system operation

• Conduct sound tests to ensure decibel level of installed notification appliances meet or exceed NFPA requirements

• Provide documentation according to NFPA standards upon completion of work with additional sign-off upon successful testing & certification

• Maintain accurate records of work performed. Turn-in “as-built” drawings and required copies of NFPA forms to Installation Coordinator upon completion of job

• Ensure materials and equipment match scope of work and job sold

• Provide a weekly/daily job status for review with manager

• Maintain accurate inventory of truck stock, ensure vehicle is regularly serviced and immediately report any problems with vehicle

• Maintain assigned tools and equipment and report any defects or problems immediately upon discovery

• Perform other duties assigned

Education & Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in fire protection industry is required

• Active Texas FAL or equivalent is required

• NICET certification preferred

• Experience managing teams or groups of individuals on projects confidently

• Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as work independently

• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented

• Must be flexible with scheduling requirements that occasionally will require evening, weekend and/or out-of-town assignments

• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software

• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy

• Must have a clean driving record and valid Driver's License

• Must speak English

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

• Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Pye Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer