Fire Alarm Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Fire Alarm Helper

Position Overview

The Fire Alarm Helper assists a licensed technician with the installation, inspection, maintenance, and service of fire alarm systems. This role works under direct supervision and as part of a two-person or multi-person team at all times.

Work Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM

Work Locations

• Approximately 80% of work occurs in established, occupied commercial or industrial buildings for service, inspection, or upgrades.
• Approximately 20% of work occurs in new construction buildings during the final stage of construction , when:
  • Exterior structure is complete
  • Walls, roof, and flooring are installed
  • Electrical and water utilities are operational
  • Parking lots and site access are completed

Primary Duties

• Assist technician with installing, servicing, and testing fire alarm devices and wiring
• Carry tools and materials and support equipment setup
• Help mount devices and pull low-voltage cable under supervision
• Maintain organized and safe work areas
• Follow company safety procedures and site rules
• Work cooperatively as part of a team on all job assignments

Work Environment & Physical Activity

• Indoor work primarily within finished buildings
• May include walking, standing, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting tools/materials
• Occasional exposure to construction environments during final-stage new builds
• No independent operation of heavy machinery or company vehicles
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25–30 pounds frequently
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday

Physical Requirements

Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead as needed to assist with installations

• Ability to climb ladders (typically 6–8 ft step ladders , occasionally extension ladders) while assisting a technician
• Ability to use hands continuously for handling tools, wires, and small components (good manual dexterity required)
• Ability to work in tight or confined spaces such as utility rooms, above ceilings, or equipment closets
• Ability to work at heights when assisting with device mounting or wiring
• Ability to load/unload tools and materials from company vehicle with team assistance
• Ability to work indoors in finished buildings and occasionally in final-stage construction environments
• Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels , dust, and varying indoor temperatures
• Must be able to travel between job sites as a passenger in a company vehicle

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