Alarm Technician (Construction Installation)

Job Description

Job Description

ALARM CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

• Installation of fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Installation, service, and trouble-shooting of fire alarm systems along with all its related equipment
• 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 manager
• Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets
• Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate management systems
• Conduct/coordinate necessary testing of the system Ensure required certifications are complete
• Instruct and train Helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and/or system installation
• Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/productivity of assigned employees
• Maintain inventory on vehicle
• Perform all other duties assigned

Expectations:

• Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
• Safety First 

• • Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc. 
  • Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
  • Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
  • Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles 
  • Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority

• Complete all Training Requirements – Safety, Certifications, etc.
• Submit accurate Timesheet – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal
• Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures
• Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips – submitted timely, proper material management
• Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Keep jobsites clean and organized 
• Ensure Production Efficiency – awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent 
• Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs – Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc.
• Timeliness – at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork 
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work
• Maintain a Professional appearance 
• Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers 
• Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
• Actively Participate in required team meetings
• Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as needed
• Must be able to travel frequently within the U.S. (up to 80%), often for several weeks at a time, based on project and client needs
• Per diem and lodging provided in accordance with company policy
• Valid driver’s license and ability to fly are required

Knowledge:

• Must have knowledge of fire alarm systems.
• Understand fire alarm installation requirements.
• Ability to properly read fire alarm blueprints, submittals and operation/product manuals. 
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Forklift and scissor lift certification, preferred
• State of Texas Fire Alarm License Required.
• NICET Level II Fire Alarm and/or NICET Level II Special Hazards Preferred
• Understanding of NFPA codes and standards

Work Experience: 

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience 

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to take direction from upper management 
• Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork
• Maintain vehicle and tools as per company policy
• Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record
• Self-motivated, Ambitious, Interactive, Communicative, Detail-oriented, Organized
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Knowledgeable with NFPA, NEC and local applicable codes and all necessary codes
• Experience with powered hand tools, hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional and positive manner with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
• Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Comply with all company safety practices and the safety handbook
• Complete projects in a timely manner while providing the highest standard of quality work and customer satisfaction