Field Installer Assistant
About the role
Assist with the installation, wiring, testing, and commissioning of Life Safety, Fire Alarm, and Security Systems. Support project teams by interpreting drawings, installing and terminating low-voltage wiring, troubleshooting system issues, maintaining project documentation, and preparing as-built records. Ensure compliance with safety standards, communicate project updates effectively, provide support to contractors and customers, and maintain a professional work environment while contributing to successful project completion.
Responsibilities
- Interpret drawings to productively assist in installing Life Safety Systems, Fire Alarms and Security.
- Assist installing conduit and wire for Life Safety Systems, Fire Alarms and Security.
- Assist with accurately terminating low voltage wiring for Life Safety Systems, Fire Alarms and Security.
- Support installation personnel on project sites.
- Provide information and support for other contractors on project site.
- Assist as required troubleshooting efforts during either the start up or commissioning of building Life Safety Systems, Fire Alarms and Security systems.
- Provide support to contractors to solve building operating issues that go beyond the Life Safety Systems, Fire Alarms and Security system operations.
- Provide documentation including daily reports, etc. as required for assigned projects.
- Assist in preparing of As-built drawings.
- Understand complete scope of work.
- Submit timesheets daily with at most accuracy.
- Effectively communicate all relevant project information to supervisors.
- Adhere to company safety procedures.
- Ensures team works safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property, loss of unused materials, and cleans up all installation debris.
- Maintains a professional manner to enhance the company's image with customers.
- Completion of daily reports.
- Assist in maintaining all necessary job files and records.
- Report all team member accidents and incidents.
- Apply knowledge of all tools and equipment according to established procedures.
- Continually seek opportunities to increase knowledge, customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of high school diploma.
- Minimum 1 year experience in construction environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Understanding basic computer operation and proficiency in using email for communication and coordination.
- An understanding of the construction industry including safety, Fire Alarm codes, etc.
- Clear and concise ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- An ability to understand empathetically the issues and perceptions others have and to creatively and successfully work through these issues to achieve a successful outcome and customer and employee satisfaction.
Qualifications
- 1+ years of experience in Life Safety Systems & Fire Alarms and low voltage installations.
- Advanced knowledge of fire alarm parts/material is required.
- In-depth understanding of troubleshooting and interpreting complex special Fire Alarm system diagrams.
- Strong familiarity with the construction industry, particularly in regards to safety and Fire Alarm codes.
- Knowledge of fire alarm parts/material is required.
- A clear ability to work with electrical equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, etc.
- The ability to troubleshoot basic electric circuitry including reading and interpreting Fire Alarm design and special system diagram and advanced blueprint reading.
- Blue Card Holder.
- NICET Certification Holder.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet).
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work