Fire Alarm Inspector 3

M.C. Dean, Inc.

Washington

On-site

USD 41,328 - 52,348

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid-time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Inspector 3 to lead inspections and testing of fire alarm systems ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role requires strong technical skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Candidates should possess NICET certifications and have a background in inspection and testing.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years related experience or Technology degree with 1+ year relevant experience.
  • NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II and I required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee comprehensive inspections and advanced testing of fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with NFPA 72.
  • Test and troubleshoot initiating devices and system components.
  • Document all service activities, including inspection results and repairs.

Skills

Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Communication
Leadership

Education

High school diploma
Technology degree

Job description

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Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world’s most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained-enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

Overview

Your Future at M.C. Dean

We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world’s most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career. As an employee at M.C. Dean, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure and resilient power and technology systems; and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained-enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.

The Life Safety Group safeguards the environments where M.C. Dean’s clients operate—ensuring that life-saving systems function precisely as needed during emergencies. Their expertise supports business continuity, regulatory approval, and above all, the preservation of life. By integrating seamlessly with telecom, electrical, and security systems, this team enhances the resiliency and operational readiness of critical facilities.

In the role of Fire Alarm Inspector 3 implies a high level of expertise and proficiency in inspection and testing fire alarm systems. This position involves leading inspections of complex fire alarm systems, their components and interconnected systems, providing mentorship to junior technicians, and assuming a more autonomous role in inspecting, testing and maintaining fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee comprehensive inspections and advanced testing of fire alarm systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with NFPA 72 and local standards.
  • Test and troubleshoot initiating devices, notification appliances, and system components, addressing malfunctions or deficiencies.
  • Conduct inspections and testing of interconnected systems, including elevators, HVAC shutdown, fire doors, tampers, flows, smoke control systems etc.
  • Conduct inspections, testing and preventive maintenance of VESDA systems.
  • Participate in routine inspections and testing of fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
  • Assist in the installation, maintenance, and upgrades of fire alarm systems as needed.
  • Document all service activities, including inspection results and repairs, and complete testing reports with noted deficiencies.
  • Conduct site surveys for fire alarm system inspection, testing and maintenance, develop labor projections, and schedules, and perform pre-testing and final acceptance testing with Fire Marshal.
  • Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers and account managers for accurate quoting of recommended repairs.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality service delivery, and customer satisfaction in all service activities.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, actively contributing to project tasks and fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes to uphold compliance and industry 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma with minimum of 3+ years related experience or Technology degree with 1+ year related experience.
  • NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II and I or NICET Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems II and I or pass NICET II and 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.
  • Excellent decision-making skills.
  • Strong leadership skills

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

Abilities

  • The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
  • 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.

Pay Range

USD $30.00 - USD $38.00 /Hr.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Other, Information Technology, and Management
  • Industries
    Design Services

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