What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Suppression Technician position at Wilson Fire Equipment & Service Co., Inc.?
Description
Objective
A Technician is involved with the installation, programming, testing, field service, and training of Engineered Fire Alarm Systems.
Roles And Responsibilities
License/Certification:
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. \
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
License/Certification:
- Fire Alarm License
- FEL-A License
- Valid Drivers license with an outstanding driving record
- Ability to pass a background and drug screening