Fire Alarm Technician 3 - Tysons, VA with Security Clearance

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician 3 in Tysons, VA to supervise and perform FA system upgrades and installations. The role requires advanced troubleshooting, complex programming, and leadership of on-site crews with NFPA standards knowledge.

Responsibilities include site surveys, battery sizing calculations, creating as-built drawings, and developing submittal packages. Candidates must pass background/drug checks and have relevant NICET certifications or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED with 8+ years in Fire Alarm
• NICET II certification in Fire Alarm Systems or equivalent
• NICET III preferred; other NICET certs are a plus
• OSHA and NFPA NEC knowledge; able to pass background/drug checks

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level troubleshooting of fire alarm systems
• Perform complex programming of FA systems
• Conduct site surveys for FA upgrades and new installations
• Lead installation projects and supervise on-site crews
• Develop as-built drawings and submittal packages
• Create PITCO plan and lead PITCO process
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 72 and industry standards
• Maintain safety and high-quality workmanship

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Leadership

Advanced troubleshooting

Education

HS Diploma/GED 8y Fire Alarm

Technology degree 2 years + 6y Fire Alarm

NICET II certification (Fire Alarm)

NICET III preferred

ICC/NAFED Portable Fire Extinguisher Cert

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

Silent Knight FA software

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview About M.C. Dean M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration. Why Join Us? Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. The Fire Alarm Technician 3 supervises and performs FA system upgrades and installations, provides advanced troubleshooting and complex programming. Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship for access to classified information. (Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance required.) Responsibilities * Perform high level troubleshooting of fire alarm systems of all makes and models

• Perform complex programming of FA systems
• Perform complete site survey for FA system upgrades and new installations; identify needs to bring system up to Code.
• Perform intermediate level calculations including battery, NAC panel and system standby
• Create redline drawings for as-built preparation
• Troubleshoot complex networked fire alarm/mass notification systems
• Develop PITCO plan and lead PITCO process
• Create submittal packages for permits
• Develop as-built drawings
• Lead installation projects for FA system upgrades and new installations.
• Supervise and train crewmembers on-site.
• Tools / Software Applications MS Office Suite of products
• SharePoint Calculations - Battery Sizing, Voltage Drop
• Silent Knight FA programming software
• Keypad programming for various FA Systems Bluebeam

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Qualifications * HS Diploma/GED required with 8 years of experience in Fire Alarm or

• 2 years technology degree and 6 years of experience in Fire Alarm Certifications: * Posses NICET II in Fire Alarm Systems Or
• Pass NICET II in Fire Alarm Systems exam within 90 days of employment. * NICET III (Highly Preferred.)
• Any other NICET certification is a plus
• ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician or equivalent certification is a plus. Additional Requirements: * Work overtime as directed by supervisor.
• Must be willing to work on M.C. Dean, Inc. projects anywhere.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass random drug screening.
• Must have valid driver's license, good driving records to operate a MC Dean vehicle as part of this job requirement.
• Must consistently report to work on time, work well with other employees to accomplish a common goal, and maintain a safe work environment.
• 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.
• This position has been identified as requiring an additional client background check

Other Qualifications: * Above average level of attention to detail and professional work ethic.

• Commitment to excellence and a high quality of work.
• Ability to function in a controlled, effective manner under stress.
• High level of customer service.
• 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
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership skills

Abilities: * The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.

• 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. Pay Range USD $39.00 - USD $43.00 /Hr.