Fire Alarm Technician (NICET II)

Vectrus; St. Helena (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fire Alarm Technician to ensure the safety and functionality of fire detection systems. This role involves inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire alarms while adhering to safety regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical systems and fire safety protocols, ensuring a secure environment for all personnel. Join a team that values integrity and responsibility, where your contributions will directly impact the safety of the community. If you're ready to take on this vital role in a dynamic setting, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICT II qualified per UFC-3-601-02.
• Direct experience with fire alarm and suppression systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain fire detection and alarm systems.
• Perform maintenance and repair of fire alarm systems.
• Follow safety programs in compliance with OSHA and USAF.

Skills

Fire Alarm Maintenance

Electrical Knowledge

Safety Compliance

Inspection Skills

Technical Publications Interpretation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Test Equipment

Job description

Overview

Position is located on Ascension Island. As a place to live and work, Ascension offers a positive work-life balance with all the attractions of island life right on your doorstep; an excellent climate, fishing, diving, snorkeling, and walking to name a few.

Provides OM&R of all fire alarms, mass notification, and marking per NFPA standards base-wide. Operation and maintenance shall include regular inspection, testing, repair, programming, and upkeep of these systems base wide.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, tests, and maintains fire detection and alarm systems.
• Completes effective and efficient inspection, testing, operation, maintenance, repair, programming and upkeep of fire alarm and control systems base-wide.
• Performs recurring P.M. IAW applicable standards and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Performs functional operation tests on installed fire detection and alarm systems to ensure that fire alarm systems are operational IAW applicable Unified Facility Codes (UFC), NFPA Standards and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Interprets instruments and meter readings, use wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings and technical publications, use applicable test equipment, enforce safety rules and practices, environmental policies, and principles of management and operation of on-site fire alarm and control systems.
• Responsible for following and implementing work prioritization requirements within provided timelines using automated management systems for all work orders.
• Responsible for following a comprehensive safety program in compliance with Vectrus, OSHA and United States Air Force (USAF) requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, sanitary, healthy, presentable, professional atmosphere, free of dust, clutter and trash in all working facilities and areas.
• Responsible for following a comprehensive, flexible, and properly documented training program.
• Responsible for proper utilization and safeguarding of all government and contractor provided property (e.g., to include government facilities, equipment and tools). N/A
• Responsible for precise execution of company time reporting procedures and accurate completion of timesheet.
• Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with contractual, functional, and mission requirements.

Qualifications

• Education:
• Equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtainedmay be substituted for education, if degree is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications:
• Must be NICT II qualified per UFC-3-601-02.
• Experience:
• Direct experience relating to fire alarm and suppression system maintenance and testing.
• Knowledge of principles of electronics and electricity, types, capacity and purpose of low voltage circuits, circuit breakers, switches, fuses, regulators, relays, instruments, and meters associated with the skills and ability to inspect, test and maintains fire detection and alarm systems interpreting instrument and meter readings; use of wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings and technical publications; use and purpose of applicable test equipment; safety rules and practices; environmental policies; principles of management and operation and repair of on-site fire alarm and control systems.
• Skills and Technology Used:
• Must be capable of giving and receiving instructions.
• Must read and speak English.
• Able and willing to work periods of long hours to meet mission requirements.
• Military experience in a contingency environment and knowledge and experience working with government contracts preferred.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

• Education:
• Equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtainedmay be substituted for education, if degree is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications:
• Must be NICT II qualified per UFC-3-601-02.
• Experience:
• Direct experience relating to fire alarm and suppression system maintenance and testing.
• Knowledge of principles of electronics and electricity, types, capacity and purpose of low voltage circuits, circuit breakers, switches, fuses, regulators, relays, instruments, and meters associated with the skills and ability to inspect, test and maintains fire detection and alarm systems interpreting instrument and meter readings; use of wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings and technical publications; use and purpose of applicable test equipment; safety rules and practices; environmental policies; principles of management and operation and repair of on-site fire alarm and control systems.
• Skills and Technology Used:
• Must be capable of giving and receiving instructions.
• Must read and speak English.
• Able and willing to work periods of long hours to meet mission requirements.
• Military experience in a contingency environment and knowledge and experience working with government contracts preferred.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

• Inspects, tests, and maintains fire detection and alarm systems.
• Completes effective and efficient inspection, testing, operation, maintenance, repair, programming and upkeep of fire alarm and control systems base-wide.
• Performs recurring P.M. IAW applicable standards and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Performs functional operation tests on installed fire detection and alarm systems to ensure that fire alarm systems are operational IAW applicable Unified Facility Codes (UFC), NFPA Standards and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Interprets instruments and meter readings, use wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings and technical publications, use applicable test equipment, enforce safety rules and practices, environmental policies, and principles of management and operation of on-site fire alarm and control systems.
• Responsible for following and implementing work prioritization requirements within provided timelines using automated management systems for all work orders.
• Responsible for following a comprehensive safety program in compliance with Vectrus, OSHA and United States Air Force (USAF) requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, sanitary, healthy, presentable, professional atmosphere, free of dust, clutter and trash in all working facilities and areas.
• Responsible for following a comprehensive, flexible, and properly documented training program.
• Responsible for proper utilization and safeguarding of all government and contractor provided property (e.g., to include government facilities, equipment and tools). N/A
• Responsible for precise execution of company time reporting procedures and accurate completion of timesheet.
• Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with contractual, functional, and mission requirements.