Lead Fire Alarm Technician

Lead Fire Alarm Technician

TEKsystems is searching for a Lead Fire Alarm Technician to support a rapidly growing fire alarm and security systems deployment initiative in the Nashville area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technician who enjoys taking ownership in the field, leading small teams, and playing a key role in large-scale commercial projects.

The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on installation and troubleshooting experience, leadership capabilities, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high-quality safety and performance standards.

Position Overview

As a Lead Fire Alarm Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, service, troubleshooting, and commissioning of commercial fire alarm systems. You will also provide field leadership to small crews, support project execution, and help establish best practices as the team continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, test, and troubleshoot commercial fire alarm systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project specifications.
• Lead and mentor field teams of 2–4 technicians and helpers.
• Install fire alarm devices including:
  • Smoke detectors
  • Heat detectors
  • Pull stations
  • Horn/strobes
  • Control panels
  • Relays and associated components
• Bend and install EMT and rigid conduit as required.
• Ensure all installations comply with NFPA 72, local fire codes, and customer requirements.
• Perform system inspections, testing, and troubleshooting independently.
• Coordinate daily activities with project teams and communicate job progress.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment while working in occupied commercial facilities.
• Work with minimal supervision and make sound field decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with:
  • Commercial fire alarm installation and/or service
  • Structured cabling
  • Conduit installation
  • Nurse call systems
  • Related low-voltage systems
• Proven experience leading crews of 2–4 employees in commercial environments.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 72, fire alarm systems, and inspection processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
• Experience troubleshooting systems independently.
• Ability to lead a helper or junior technician onsite.
• Comfortable working without direct day-to-day manager oversight.
• Must possess personal hand tools, including items such as punches, snips, and scissors.
• Experience installing and servicing common fire alarm devices and control equipment.
• Experience bending and running EMT and rigid conduit.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience with security systems, access control, or other low-voltage technologies.
• NICET certification or other fire alarm industry certifications.
• Experience supporting large commercial construction or retrofit projects.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.