Fire Life Safety Installer

Responsibilities:

• Servicing, inspecting, and testing Fire Alarm Systems to manufactured specifications.
• Performing on site emergency troubleshooting, programming, and repairs of Fire Alarm Systems.
• Analyze blueprints, schematics and drawings of Fire Alarm Systems and other related electrical systems.
• Diagnose problems or failures in assigned systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
• Commission systems, including loading software programs and implementing modifications.
• Document commissioning details; communicate deficiencies and progress.
• Create detailed test and inspection reports based on code requirements and customer needs.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of fire alarm codes and standards.
• Identify code and non-conformance issues.
• Report on activities completed, deferred, or requiring further action or material.

Skills Required:

• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license with a safe driving record (no violations within the past 3 years).
• Must be thoroughly capable of reading, interpreting, and applying system design plans, as well as building construction drawings and documents.
• Must be able to differentiate types and colors of electrical wire.
• Proven electro-mechanical aptitude (based on previous experience and/or education) and user PC/software skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Education and/or Experience Required:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience servicing and/or installing fire safety equipment.