DEAN | FLUOR Life Safety Technician 1 with Security Clearance

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dean-Fluor is seeking a skilled technician to perform testing and inspection of fire alarm systems per NFPA and local codes, and to communicate system performance to customers to enable accurate quotes. The role requires lifting 100 pounds, working at heights up to 60 feet, and readiness for overtime and emergencies.

A High School diploma or GED is required, and the ability to obtain security clearance is necessary.

Qualifications

• Excellent troubleshooting skills including, researching online, and system manuals to resolve problems
• Ability to operate various types of test equipment including audibility and intelligibility test equipment
• Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills with customers, other field personnel, office staff and sub-contractors

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and inspection of fire alarm systems per NFPA and local code standards, noting existing and potential deficiencies.
• Functionally test Initiating Devices, Notification Appliances, and all other peripherals and system components.
• Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers for accurate and efficient quoting of recommended repairs.
• Perform under supervision pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects.
• Determine materials needed for repairs and order them.
• Perform all duties required to successfully complete projects within estimate and according to specifications.
• Respond to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
• Perform under supervision installation of low voltage systems.
• Perform under supervision PITCO activities.
• Read blueprints and drawing
• May require some overtime hours at night, on weekends, and at a moment's notice for emergency calls.
• Must be flexible in adapting to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interruptions that may impact pre-established courses of action for completing or progressing with projects and assignments.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Test equipment operation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Audibility test equipment

Intelligibility test equipment

Job description

Overview Dean-Fluor offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; 401k Retirement Plan, and Military Reserve pay offset.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and inspection of fire alarm systems per NFPA and local code standards, noting existing and potential deficiencies.
• Functionally test Initiating Devices, Notification Appliances, and all other peripherals and system components.
• Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers for accurate and efficient quoting of recommended repairs.
• Perform under supervision pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects.
• Determine materials needed for repairs and order them.
• Perform all duties required to successfully complete projects within estimate and according to specifications.
• Respond to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
• Perform under supervision installation of low voltage systems.
• Perform under supervision PITCO activities.
• Read blueprints and drawing
• May require some overtime hours at night, on weekends, and at a moment's notice for emergency calls.
• Must be flexible in adapting to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interruptions that may impact pre-established courses of action for completing or progressing with projects and assignments.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or GED with at least 4 years of experience.
• 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.
• Must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills including, researching online, and system manuals to resolve problems
• Ability to operate various types of test equipment including audibility and intelligibility test equipment.
• Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills with customers, other field personnel, office staff and sub-contractors.

Abilities

• Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period of time.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches 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.