Fire Alarm Systems Technician: Install, Inspect & Program

Innovative Consulting & Management Services, LLC; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits (SCA)

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

Life & disability insurance

401K with 3% automatic contribution

11 paid government holidays

PTO after years of service

Job summary

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is seeking a Fire Alarm System Mechanic for an onsite contract in Beltsville, Maryland. The role covers installation, inspection, testing, programming, and maintenance of commercial/industrial fire alarm systems.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of low voltage wiring experience, NFPA 72 knowledge, and ability to work with Notifier/Silent Knight panels. OSHA training and Maryland licensing are required; USDA background clearance to be obtained.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is standard; preference for technical program grads.
• 3+ years’ direct experience with low voltage wiring in fire protection platforms.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and Maryland State Fire Prevention Code.
• Must use hand and power tools applicable to the trade.

Responsibilities

• System Installation & Upgrades: Mounts and wires control panels, sensors, smoke detectors, pull stations, horns, and strobes according to blueprints and schematics.
• Programming & Commissioning: Configures and programs system software for complex fire alarm panels to communicate with monitoring stations and emergency systems.
• Inspection & Testing: Performs routine, mandatory system testing per NFPA 72 standards.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnoses faults and completes repairs for continuous system readiness.
• Documentation & Compliance: Completes digital inspection reports and deficiency forms for inspectors and insurers.
• Analytical skills to diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Skills

English communication

Safety procedures

Independent work

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Vocational/technical program graduate

Military electronics training

Tools

NFPA codes familiarity

Notifier & Silent Knight panels

Job description

Innovative Consulting & Management Services (ICMS) is seeking a Fire Alarm System Mechanic for an onsite contract in Beltsville, Maryland. The role covers installation, inspection, testing, programming, and maintenance of commercial/industrial fire alarm systems.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of low voltage wiring experience, NFPA 72 knowledge, and ability to work with Notifier/Silent Knight panels. OSHA training and Maryland licensing are required; USDA background clearance to be obtained.