Billing Records, Blueprints, Budget Management, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Projects, Construction Schedule, Customer Support/Service, Customer Training, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, Electricity, File Management, Fire Alarm, Low Voltage (LV), Microsoft Office, Multitasking, National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Organizational Skills, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Schedule Development, Testing, Time Management
Firetrol Protection Systems is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Fire Alarm Project Coordinator to support the planning, execution, and completion of commercial and industrial fire alarm projects. This position works closely with project managers, field supervisors, technicians, vendors, and customers to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. This opening will be for out Houston, TX location.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the fire alarm or low-voltage industry and possess strong communication, scheduling, and coordination skills.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day activities for fire alarm installation and construction projects
- Assist Project Managers with scheduling manpower, materials, inspections, and project milestones
- Track project progress, labor hours, equipment deliveries, and documentation
- Manage project files including drawings, submittals, RFIs, permits, and closeout documents
- Support procurement of fire alarm equipment and materials
- Schedule inspections, testing, programming, and customer training
- Maintain communication with customers, AHJs, and internal departments
- Ensure projects comply with NFPA 72, NEC, local codes, and company standards
- Assist with project reporting, change orders, and billing documentation
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in fire alarm, low voltage, electrical construction, or project coordination
- Knowledge of commercial fire alarm systems such as Notifier, Simplex, Siemens, or Edwards preferred
- Familiarity with construction scheduling and project documentation
- Ability to read blueprints and fire alarm drawings
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project tracking software
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- NICET certification is a plus
Benefits
Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally Firetrol sponsors training and education opportunities. Most importantly, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.
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Firetrol Protection Systems
For over 30 years, Firetrol Protection Systems has been creating a safe place to work, play, live, attend school or shop at the mall. Our team of dedicated professionals provides valuable protection against the potentially devastating effects of fire by designing, installing, inspecting and servicing modern fire suppression and life safety systems.
We are a national leader in providing the very latest in technology and services for fire protection, suppression and alarm systems and equipment.
Our products and services include Fire Alarm and Detection Systems, Wet and Dry Sprinkler Systems, Alarm and Detection Control Panels, Heat, Smoke and Gas Sensors, Automatic Fire Pumps, Monitoring Services, Special-Hazard Fire Suppression Systems, Monitoring Service, Backflow Prevention Systems and other related services and products.
Firetrol Protection Systems has been the Southwest’s leading fire protection and life safety company for over 30 years. Our full service company designs, installs, repairs, services, and inspects a wide variety of fire suppression and life safety systems.