Alarm Technician-Energy Storage Fire Controls Traveling Tech at Allied Fire Protection – San Antonio, Texas

Energy Storage Fire Controls Traveling Technician

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Installation of fire alarm systems electronic components mainly related to energy storage projects. Projects may also include commercial, industrial, and residential.
• Installation, service, and trouble-shooting of fire alarm systems along with all its related equipment
• Travel to multiple sites and coordinate project tasks with client and energy storage team.
• 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

1. Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc.
2. Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
3. Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
4. Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles
5. 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 management team
• 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 or on-call as needed
• Ability to travel 75% of the time.

Knowledge:

• Must have electrical knowledge and/or background

• A State of Texas Fire Alarm License or NICET Level II Fire Alarm certification is preferred. If the applicant does not possess these it will be a requirement to pass the NICET Level II Fire Alarm System exam and the Texas Fire Marshall’s Office Statues and Rules Exam within the first 6 months of employment.
• 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
• Understanding of NFPA codes and standards preferred.

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
• Experience with powered hand tools, hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage, 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 teamwork 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