Fire Alarm Systems Tech II — Field Expert & Troubleshooter

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to plan, test, and service large fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA standards. You will perform site surveys, prepare quotations, and handle programming for various FA models while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety.

This role may require after-hours responses and travel to projects. Qualifications include a HS Diploma or equivalent with 5 years experience or an appropriate tech degree with 3 years, NICET certification is preferred, and

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED with 5 years of relevant experience or 2-year tech degree with 3 years experience.
• Advanced troubleshooting including researching online, system manuals to resolve problems.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, Fire Alarm System Theory, OSHA Requirements, and Industry Standards for Fire Alarm systems installation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform testing and inspection of large fire alarm systems per NFPA and local codes.
• Perform site surveys for PM inspections and FA system changes; prepare quotations.
• Program and service fire alarm systems of various models.
• Troubleshoot FA systems including Notifier, Siemens, Edwards, Gamewell, Honeywell, Firelite.
• Perform mid-size FA system upgrades and installation from drawings/submittals.
• Complete ROC, Test Forms, and other job-related documents.
• Respond to afterhours service calls as scheduled by supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Provide training to apprentices and crewmembers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma/GED + 5 years experience

2-year technology degree + 3 years experience

Tools

Notifier

Siemens

Edwards

Gamewell

Honeywell

Firelite

Job description

M.C. Dean is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to plan, test, and service large fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA standards. You will perform site surveys, prepare quotations, and handle programming for various FA models while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety.

This role may require after-hours responses and travel to projects. Qualifications include a HS Diploma or equivalent with 5 years experience or an appropriate tech degree with 3 years, NICET certification is preferred, and