Fire Alarm Technician

Power Design, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Design, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm Systems Technician to oversee installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of fire alarm systems on large-scale construction projects.

You will act as the technical adviser for programming and configuration, ensuring code compliance and coordination with the installation team and local authorities. The role requires 5–8+ years of relevant experience, NEC/Notifer certifications, NICET preferred, and willingness to travel with a valid driver's

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of related work experience, preferably with new construction, large commercial installations.
• Gamewell-FCI and/or Notifier certifications.
• NICET fire alarm certifications highly preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of NEC, local codes, and construction safety requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Willing to travel as needed and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of fire alarm systems on large-scale construction projects.
• Serve as the technical adviser on fire alarm systems programming and configuration.
• Coordinate with installation team and local fire marshal to ensure code requirements are met.
• Liaise between project team, other trades, and customers to keep production on track.

Skills

NEC knowledge

National Electrical Code

Notifer certifications

Gamewell-FCI certifications

NICET fire alarm

Microsoft Office

Valid driver’s license

travel willingness

Job description

About the Position

As a Fire Alarm Systems Technician at Power Design, you’ll have the opportunity to work for the largest distributor of Gamewell-FCI systems in the United States. You’ll have access to innovative technologies in the field, including a fully-equipped iPad, and will be responsible for overseeing the installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of fire alarm systems on large-scale construction projects.

Position Details/Responsibilities

As the technical adviser on fire alarm systems programming and configuration, work with installation team and local fire marshal to ensure that all code requirements are met. Act as a liaison between the project team, other trades, and customers, partnering with the superintendent and foremen to ensure production is on track. Work with local jurisdiction (fire marshal) to ensure code compliance. Utilize technology such as company-provided iPad and smartphone to ensure the job gets done on time, adheres to the blueprints and specifications, and exceeds customer expectations.

What We’re Looking For

• 5–8+ years of related work experience, preferably with new construction, large commercial installations.
• Gamewell-FCI and/or Notifier certifications.
• NICET fire alarm certifications highly preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes, and construction safety requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• As the regional subject matter expert for life safety and fire alarm systems, must be willing to travel as needed and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrate and uphold all of Power Design’s core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth.

At Power Design, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Power Design believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is paramount to our success as a national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool nationwide.

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, generous paid time off, including holidays, and more. This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and periodic criminal background checks and traffic records checks (as applicable). This position is also subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing which may include post- accident screening. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

Power Design is a National Design Build Contractor, focused on innovative construction across multiple trades: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and systems technologies. Since 1989, we’ve disrupted the industry by putting next-generation ideas to powerful, practical use because we care. We design breakthrough solutions that push the limits of what’s possible by harnessing the collaborative power of our teams to elevate experiences and empower the communities where we live and work. In an industry that tends to look back, we’re building better by staying grounded in our values, dedicated to our unique culture, and supportive of work-life balance – making us built to last. By investing in our people and doing things differently, we’re designing what’s next. To learn more, visit www.powerdesigninc.us .