Fire Alarm Technician 3- Manassas, VA

ID 12353

Location Manassas, VA

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In the role of Fire Alarm Service Technician 3 implies a high level of expertise and proficiency in servicing fire alarm systems. This position involves leading complex service projects, complex fire alarm system programming, providing mentorship to junior technicians, and assuming a more autonomous role in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining fire alarm systems.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• ·Lead and oversee comprehensive inspections, advanced testing, and in-depth troubleshooting of fire alarm systems to ensure optimal performance.

• ·Independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in fire alarm systems, including interconnected systems and networked fire alarm/mass notification systems.

• ·Manage and maintain detailed records of service activities, including system analyses, recommendations for improvements, and redline drawings for as-built preparation.

• ·Supervise and mentor junior technicians, providing guidance, training, and support in executing service tasks and ensuring quality service delivery.

• ·Participate in project planning, system design, and implementation efforts to enhance fire alarm system functionality and compliance with NFPA 72 and other applicable codes.

• ·Conduct site surveys for fire alarm system upgrades, develop bills of materials, labor projections, and schedules, and perform pre-testing and final acceptance testing with Fire Marshal.

• ·Collaborate with colleagues, building owners, and managers to deliver seamless service, address system deficiencies, and optimize performance.

• ·Stay informed about industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes to uphold compliance and industry standards.

• ·Perform complex programming of various types of fire alarm systems and troubleshoot issues to maintain system functionality.

• ·Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality service delivery, and customer satisfaction in all service activities.

• ·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 seven years of related experience or two years technology degree and five years related experience.

• ·NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II or pass NICET II 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.

• ·Excellent decision-making skills.

• ·Strong leadership skills

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 customers' locations and schedules

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: $39.00 - $45.00

Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.

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