Fire Alarm / Detection Technician
Hiring Target: 1 Fire Alarm / Detection Technician
Pay: $40–$50/hr. + up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Travel: ~90% National | Non-Union | Private Hotel Rooms
Open Position
- 1× Industrial Fire Alarm / Detection & Control Technician
Compensation & Travel
- $40–$50/hour depending on experience
- Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Depending on NICET & Experience) (structured payouts)
- $45/day per diem
- Paid travel time
- Company truck & fuel card
- Private hotel room (never shared)
Sign-On Bonus Structure
- 30% after 30 days
- 30% after 90 days
- 40% after 180 days
- Bonus payments are contingent on continued employment. Unpaid portions are forfeited if employment ends early.
- Early voluntary separation may require repayment.
Travel Expectations
- ~90% national travel
- Typical travel durations: 2–3 weeks
- Project durations range from 2–4 weeks to 6 months–1 year
Fire Alarm / Detection Responsibilities
- Industrial fire alarm systems
- Releasing panels and suppression interfaces
- Detection and control logic
- Commissioning and troubleshooting
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- NICET II preferred
- Minimum 5 years of experience installing, servicing, and inspecting fire alarm systems required.
- Must be able to work alone and as part of a team.
- Must have electrical/mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required.
- Show up promptly to scheduled daily appointments ready to work.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work on a ladder
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with matching (fully vested after 2 years)
- Health savings account & Flexible Spending Account options
- Professional Development & Training Opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Employee Referral Program
- Company Events & Social Activities
- Cell Phone & Travel Reimbursement
- Yearly Apparel Allowance
Work Location: Multiple oil & gas terminal sites
Industrial Fire Alarm Technician in houston at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $72,800–$72,800
For context, most alarm systems installers earn between $72,800–$72,800 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.