Fire Alarm Technician 2

M.C. Dean, Inc; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire alarm systems is seeking a Fire Alarm Service Technician 2 responsible for conducting inspections, troubleshooting, and repairing fire alarm systems. The role requires a minimum high school education with relevant experience, and NICET certification opportunities. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure, while maintaining safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience or 3 years with a technology degree.
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II certification required.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and OSHA Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and testing of fire alarm systems according to NFPA 72.
• Utilize troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and repair system issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of service activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem recognition

Education

High school degree or two years technology degree

Job description

Overview

Fire Alarm Service Technician 2 is responsible for conducting in-depth inspections, advanced troubleshooting, and comprehensive repairs of fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

· Conduct detailed inspections and thorough testing of fire alarm systems per NFPA 72, identifying and resolving complex issues.

· Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and repair intricate problems in fire alarm systems, including VESDA systems and interconnected components such as elevators, HVAC shutdown, fire doors, and smoke control.

· Maintain accurate documentation of service activities, including diagnostics, repairs, and system upgrades, completing testing reports in a timely manner.

· Provide technical support to junior technicians, collaborating with team members to ensure high-quality service delivery.

· Respond promptly to service calls, emergencies, and system failures, restoring system functionality while upholding safety protocols and company policies.

· Assist in the installation, maintenance, and upgrade of various fire alarm systems, including Notifier, Siemens, Edwards, Gamewell, Honeywell, Firelite, etc.

· Perform complete site surveys for potential preventive maintenance inspections and fire alarm system changes/modifications, preparing labor estimates and material requirements.

· Stay updated on industry advancements, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and optimize system performance, while pursuing and maintaining industry certifications.

· 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

Education:

· Minimum of high school degree and five years of related experience or two years technology degree and three years of related experience.

Certifications:

• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II or pass NICET II exam within 90 days of employment.

Requirements:

· Ability to obtain US Clearance, minimum DoD Secret Clearance.

· 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

Abilities:

• Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.
• Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
• Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull and reach 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.