Fire Suppression Technician

Description:

Objective

A Technician is involved with the installation, programming, testing, field service, and training of Engineered Fire Alarm Systems.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Review job information on new jobs.
• Confirm that there is a clear understanding of the scope of work.
• Relay any changes in the scope of work to the Project Manager
• Confirm who we are contracted through.
• Review the location of critical equipment (control panels, annunciators, etc.)
• Obtain a copy of the Specs and read it thoroughly.
• Confirm safety requirements and documentation required by contractor.

Review Drawings and Jobsite.

• Confirm location of critical equipment (inquire w/PM if necessary).
• Relay any inconsistences with GC Drawings back to Project Manager
• Confirm any variations in design to what is being installed in the field. (Device relocation)
• Confirm all necessary specification and code compliance requirements (hardhat, steel toe, etc.), parking restrictions, working hours, etc.
• Confirm job schedule with client, if you have not received it from the PM. Critical dates must be in writing.

Determine and maintain project scheduling.

• Check in with contractor daily, when on-site.
• Layout preliminary schedule of installation showing rough-in, wire pull, device installation, start-up, and final test. Verify with PM allowed hours for each phase.
• Report any major hold-ups to the PM and how it will affect the schedule.
• Attend jobsite meetings when applicable.
• Get critical contact names & phone numbers such as electrical foreman, general contractor, etc.
• Ensure that the PM has obtained the permit, where required.
• Requisition project materials for the job.
• Plan Ahead
• Estimate and request materials for installation, from the PM. You are planning a week in advance.
• Be prepared to justify all additional equipment, or material.
• A change to the scope of work will be a Change Order. Notify your PM first. And DO NOT proceed until approval from, AND ONLY from your PM.
• Coordinate with PM and job-site contractor for location to store equipment safely and securely for job.

Installation

• Supervise and/or install system in a cost effective but quality manner.
• Maintain current as-built drawings, these are to be updated daily.
• All tie-ins of external equipment (i.e. AHU shutdown, Kitchen hood system, Door Access) will be performed only when and if that specified contractor is with you.
• Perform programming of system as needed, verifying that system will meet all code and specification requirements. Or request a programmer from your PM.
• Perform 100% pre-test of all installed equipment and their desired function.
• AHU shutdown, does it shut down the AHU, NO, test not passed.
• Perform preliminary test with GC, if required.
• Perform final test with AHJ and/or customer.
• Certify system as required by the State of Texas and local AHJ.
• Perform customer training of the system as necessary.
• Turn in all as-built drawings, signed FMLs, sign off sheets to your PM.

Administration

• Assist PM’s with tracking all in-progress jobs weekly.
• Assist PM with tracking labor and equipment costs for job.
• Coordinate, with PM, returned equipment for credit from manufacturer.
• Coordinate, with PM, all equipment returns, from change orders.
• Log bad equipment and error per job.

Tools

• Keep jobsite tools and equipment secure.
• Maintain an accurate tool list for all tools placed in your possession.
• Maintain tools in a good working condition. If damaged return to your PM for repair. \

WFE Company Trucks

• Maintain a clean vehicle at ALL times.
• Inform your PM when maintenance is needed such as tire rotation, oil changes, repairs, etc.
• Coordinate, with your PM, on Monthly Truck Audits – log any damages right away

Miscellaneous

• Maintain good relationships with various contractors and customers
• Bring job in at under budget.
• Look for ways to improve WFE’s efficacy and profit margin.

Technical Requirements

• Working knowledge of general industrial controls.
• Knowledgeable of industry manufacturers, distributors, and products.
• Be proficient in the use of computer programs: Windows & Microsoft.
• Excellent Organization skills
• Proficient in the understanding of NFPA 72, 101, the various building codes, and other applicable industry codes.
• State of Texas Fire Alarm Technician’s License
• State of Texas Class A Extinguisher License.

Requirements:

License/Certification:

• Fire Alarm License
• FEL-A License

-Valid Drivers license with an outstanding driving record

-Ability to pass a background and drug screening