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Western States Fire Protection Company Alarm & Detection Technician (FEL-A) in Grand Prairie, Texas
Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.
Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistant Program
Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Discretionary Bonus
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Gym membership reimbursement
Alarm & Detection Technician (FEL-A)
The function of this position is to provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as conducting preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers’ equipment.
Job Responsibilities
Tests all equipment after installation or repairs made to ensure performance of system
Work in compliance with the Company’s safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times
Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of jobs
Responsible for training entry-level employees on Company procedures, systems inspection and installation techniques
All work is performed to NFPA and Company standards with quality inspection and installation techniques practiced
Works with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Ensure that work is completed so it can be billed in full)
Job Qualifications
Knowledge of NFPA codes is preferred
NICET I Certification within 2 years
NICET II Certification within 2 years after NICET I is achieved
Texas Fire Alarm Technicians License (FAL)
Texas Fire Extinguisher License Class A (FEL-A) a plus
Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking
All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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