Austin, TX

2026-01-13

What To Expect
We are looking for a skilled Fire Protection Technician to join our team at GFTX Austin, TX. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of fire alarm systems, as well as other fire protection systems such as sprinklers and special hazards equipment. The technician will ensure that all systems are compliant with local codes, regulations, and company standards.

What You’ll Do

Install, inspect and configure fire alarm, special hazard, and water-based suppression systems and components within the facility, ensuring they meet all safety and regulatory requirementsRepair, replace and service fire alarm, special hazard, and water-based system equipment as needed if/when new issues become present within the systemsAssist with Fire Marshal final walks and commissioning of fire alarm, special hazard and water-based suppression systemsConduct quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspections of all fire systems per NFPA and IFC standardsAccurately complete service reports, inspection forms, and maintenance logs, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

What You’ll Bring

3 years of experience in the installation, maintenance and service of fire alarm, special hazard and water-based fire suppression systemsRME-I, FAL and FEL requiredRME and NICET certifications are preferred, but not requiredProficient in fire alarm system installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, as well as basic knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and special hazard equipmentProficient in understanding programming aspect of fire alarm systems. Notifier certified preferredProficient in sprinkler pipe fitting and familiarity in special hazard equipment solenoids, actuators, and pressure switches

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

* Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
* Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
* Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
* Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
* Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
* 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
* Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
* Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
* Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
* Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
* Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
* Tesla Babies program
* Commuter benefits
* Employee discounts and perks program

Full-time

Mid-Senior level

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities