Fire Alarm Service Technician - Kroger (SLS)

Job Description

Job Description

About Robert Bosch GmbH

Headquartered in Germany, Robert Bosch GmbH is a premier global supplier with four primary business sectors: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Over 400,000+ associates generate sales of over €90 billion. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The special ownership structure guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant investments in safeguarding its future. In North America, Robert Bosch LLC supplies automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drive and control technology, power tool, security and building technology, thermo-technology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare, and software innovations. Bosch established its regional presence in North America in 1906 and now employs 41,000 associates in more than one hundred locations.

Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business

The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Bosch’s role as a comprehensive supplier of energy, building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single-source integrator of critical building systems including energy services, building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting, planning, implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec is active in several market segments and industries including data centers, commercial real estate buildings, and federal, state, and local government. Climatec has operated as an independent entity, maintaining its offices in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. Climatec continues to represent and integrate numerous leading manufactures’ product lines across its wide range of services, including Bosch products. In 2023, Bosch acquired Canadian-based security integrator Paladin Technologies. Merging Paladin Technologies and Climatec will significantly expand Bosch’s Integrator Business in North America. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $800M in revenues and 2800 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies, Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy, building automation and security solutions.

Job Summary: Project Specialist I supports the design, development, and implementation of automation and control systems for industrial and critical environment applications. This role works closely with Kroger management, staff and other non-Kroger customers. The position offers hands‑on experience across the full-service while building technical skills, troubleshooting capabilities, and customer‑facing communication in a collaborative engineering environment. This specific position is for the semi-embedded Kroger technician in the Dallas area working with their existing Bosch systems.

Responsibilities:

• Determine the design and performance parameters for control system applications.
• Support sales by visiting customer sites to support discussions related to the technical details of potential solutions.
• Provide direction and support through the construction process.
• Perform, assist, and sign off on final testing/commissioning of the completed systems.
• Initiate final technical documentation for completed projects (As-Builts).
• Troubleshoot and service Bosch intrusion and fire hardware.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for other technicians, customers, and sales teams.
• Responsible for maintaining current technical, interpersonal, and communication skills through continuous education/development. (school, reading, seminars, industry group membership, etc.)
• Maintain clean driving record.
• Must be able to access and inspect all areas of Kroger Security and Life Safety systems.
• Must be able travel as required
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school diploma or Electronics related studies preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in Security and Life Safety field.
• 1+ years of experience in Bosch Intrusion and Fire systems.
• FAL License.
• Bosch Certified.
• Knowledge and proficiency with intrusion, access control, video (analog and digital) and fire systems.
• Able to self-manage and operate in a remote environment.
• Capable of operating with little guidance and supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS (Computer/Mechanical) or equivalent experience/training.
• 2+ years of experience in Security and Life Safety environment.
• Bosch Master Level certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment
• Sitting, standing, walking in office environments and construction sites
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet)

Working Conditions:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• Will be required to be on site with customers or contractors, with or without Bosch Building Technologies’ colleagues to manage the expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction.
• Driving to customer sites is required
• Limited overnight travel may be required

Additional Information:

• Working Hours: This position generally works Monday- Friday, overtime and on call when necessary
• Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401K w/ company match
  • Life/AD&D/LTD
  • Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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