Fire Alarm Technician 1- Washington Metro Area- MD/VA/DC
M. C. Dean
Overview
The **Fire Alarm Service Technician 1** is responsible for performing inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repairs, and service of fire alarm systems to uphold safety and compliance standards. The Fire Alarm Service Technician 1 will work under the guidance of senior technicians or supervisors to develop expertise in fire alarm systems and related technologies.
**Essential Functions and Responsibilities**
+ Perform routine inspections and functional testing of fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with NFPA 72 and local standards.
+ Test and troubleshoot initiating devices, notification appliances, and system components, addressing malfunctions or deficiencies.
+ Assist in inspections and testing of interconnected systems, including elevators, HVAC shutdown, and fire doors.
+ Document all service activities, including inspection results and repairs, and complete testing reports with noted deficiencies.
+ Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers and account managers for accurate quoting of recommended repairs.
+ Collaborate with senior technicians and supervisors to learn advanced fire alarm system technologies and best practices.
+ Assist in the installation, maintenance, and upgrade of fire alarm systems, and determine materials needed for repairs.
+ Respond promptly to service calls and emergency situations, adhering to safety protocols and maintaining compliance standards.
+ This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Minimum of high school degree and three years of related experience or two years technology degree and one year of related experience.
+ NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I or pass NICET I exam within 90 days of employment.
**Additional Requirements**
+ Ability to obtain US Clearance, minimum DoD Secret Clearance.
+ Position is subject to an additional customer background check.
+ This position will require up to 15% travel throughout the United States.
+ Above average level of attention to detail and professional work ethic.
+ Commitment to excellence and a high quality of work.
+ Knowledge of NFPA 72 and OSHA Requirements
+ Ability to function in a controlled, effective manner under stress.
+ Strong desire to continuously increase your skill set and take on more responsibility.
+ Above average communication skills with customers, other field personnel, office staff and sub-contractors
**Physical Requirements**
+ Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.
+ Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
+ Work at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
+ Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
+ Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
+ May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
+ Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
+ Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
+ Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
+ See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
+ Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
+ Work overtime as directed by supervisor.
+ Must be able to pass a background check.
+ Must be able to pass random drug screening.
+ Must have valid driver's license, good driving records to operate a MC Dean vehicle as part of this job requirement.
+ Must consistently report to work on time, work well with other employees to accomplish a common goal, and maintain a safe work environment
+ Must have a reliable means of transportation to arrive on job sites which vary based on the custom
**We offer an excellent benefits package including:**
+ A competitive salary
+ Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
+ Paid-time off
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ 401k Retirement Plan
+ Military Reserve pay offset
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Pay range: $28.00- $33.00
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