Fire Alarm Technician

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

George Washington University seeks a Fire Alarm Technician to support its mission across GW campuses. The role evaluates facilities, inspects fire systems, and coordinates with Risk Management to address regulatory violations.

The position requires NICET Level I and the ability to obtain NICET Level II within 12 months, with preference for Level II; on-site work at Foggy Bottom, DC, full-time, 40 hours/week, rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1.5 years relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• NICET Level I required; ability to obtain NICET Level II within 12 months of hire.
• Preference for NICET Level II certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate facilities and equipment to identify unsafe conditions and plan maintenance schedules for fire systems.
• Inspect fire systems to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and design alterations.
• Collaborate with risk management and housing operations to correct violations.
• Maintain knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to fire/life safety.
• Attend meetings where needed and pursue ongoing professional development.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Preventive maintenance

Inspection compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NICET Level I

NICET Level II within 12 months

Tools

Testing equipment

Computerized tools

Job description

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Facilities, Buildings & Grounds (FBG) is currently seeking a Fire Alarm Technician to help support the Universities mission in education. FBG is a part of GW's Facilities, Planning and Construction Management Division (FCPM), which maintains GW's property and grounds on all three campuses.

• Evaluates facilities/equipment to identify unsafe conditions and develops preventative and/or improvement maintenance schedules for all fire systems and their components.
• Inspects fire systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies; designs and plans fire system alterations.
• Works with Risk Management and Housing Operations leads to inspect, identify, and facilitate corrections of regulatory violations.
• Maintains knowledge of Federal, State, and Local safety regulations, protocol, codes, and procedures pertaining to fire/life safety.
• May serve in or represent supervisor at various meetings that may impact the unit.
• Enhances professional knowledge and skills by attending job related seminars, workshops, conferences and/or reviewing published literature.
• Develops a close relationship with the office of risk management and other University offices.
• Performs other work related duties as requested. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

The Fire Alarm Technician may work around and/or with machine tools that present certain dangers, and all safety precautions must be followed.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. The successful candidate must have possession of NICET Level I and the ability to obtain NICET Level II within 12 months of hire.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications

Must possess NICET Level I and the ability to obtain NICET Level II within 12 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET level II is preferred.
• Proficiency with computerized tools and testing equipment programs, as well as contemporary software packages is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe work practices based on industry standards, injury, and illness prevention practices is preferred.
• Ability to prepare sketches for minor construction projects is preferred.
• Ability to prepare written correspondence to federal, state, and local agencies is preferred.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex fire/life safety regulations is preferred.

Personal Characteristics

• Commitment to GW's values;
• Intellectual, professional and a person of integrity;
• Honest, with the highest ethical standards;
• Passionate, collaborative, strategic, and smart with a hands‑on, roll‑up‑the‑sleeves orientation;
• Ability to work independently. Self‑starter; hard worker. Takes initiative; very high energy;
• Personally accountable. Assumes ownership, control and accountability for all areas of responsibility and commitments made to others;
• Sincere, open, and direct communicator. Puts organizational interests above self‑interests and is comfortable expressing candid opinions;
• Highest levels of responsiveness;
• Combination of strong intellect that is combined with a practical and realistic common sense understanding of how to get things done;
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, a strong desire to succeed and exert the extraordinary effort often required;
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, entrepreneurial environment;
• Ability to work with faculty and staff in a respectful way;
• Establish trust and credibility with institutional leadership and across the University;
• Seeks "win‑win" solutions to help foster continued integration and collaboration;
• Flexible and receptive to change; and
• A positive "can‑do" attitude.

Hiring Range

$27.16 - $35.23

GW Staff Approach to Pay

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Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation

Family: Safety and Facilities

Sub‑Family: Life Safety

Stream: Service and Support

Level: Level 2

Full‑Time/Part‑Time: Full‑Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: 7:00am to 4:00 PM Monday- Friday to include a Holiday, after‑hours, Overnight and Weekend Rotating schedule

Will this job require the employee to work on site?: Yes

Employee Onsite Status: Essential onsite

Telework: No

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?: No

Posting Number: S014383

Job Open Date: 08/05/2026

Background Screening: Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.