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Fire Alarm Helper
Job in
Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78758, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
TradeSTAR, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Security Systems Installation, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Fire Alarm Helper
Location:
Austin, TX 78758
Pay Rate: $18-$22/hr
Description:
Fire Alarm Helper
Austin Area | $18-$22/hr
Trade
STAR is hiring Fire Alarm Helpers for commercial fire alarm installation projects throughout the Austin area. These positions support commercial construction, tenant finish-outs, system upgrades, and life safety infrastructure installations in active commercial environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in the fire alarm and low-voltage industry while gaining hands-on experience with commercial life safety systems.
Job Responsibilities
• Assist Fire Alarm Technicians with installation of commercial fire alarm systems
• Pull and route FPL and low-voltage fire alarm cabling through conduit, cable tray, J-hooks, and structured pathways
• Assist with installation of smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations, horn/strobes, modules, and fire alarm control panels
• Support device mounting, cable dressing, labeling, and pathway organization
• Assist with trimming out field devices and basic terminations
• Follow blueprints, device layouts, riser diagrams, and installation drawings
• Maintain clean and organized work areas on active commercial job sites
• Follow NFPA, NEC, and commercial job site safety standards
• Assist with system testing, inspections, and final device verification
Technical Requirements
• 6 months to 1 year of construction, low-voltage, electrical, or fire alarm experience preferred
• Basic understanding of hand tools and power tools
• Ability to work from ladders and lifts in commercial construction environments
• Willingness to learn commercial fire alarm systems and industry installation standards
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work on a team
• Reliable transportation required
Preferred Experience
• Commercial construction environments
• Low-voltage cable pulling
• Fire alarm or electrical helper experience
• Experience reading blueprints or installation layouts
Compensation & Benefits
• $18-$22/hour depending on experience
• Weekly pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Long-term commercial project work
• Hands-on industry training
• Career advancement opportunities within the life safety industry
If you are looking to start a career in commercial fire alarm and life safety systems, apply today.
Trade
STAR - Austin Office
305 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., Suite 310
Pflugerville, TX 78665
Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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