Fire Control Center Engineer

Complete Building Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Building Services is seeking a Fire Control Center Engineer in Washington, DC, to monitor fire-life safety systems and coordinate emergency responses. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in fire systems or building operations.

The position requires familiarity with fire alarm systems and related safety codes, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Join a leading company with over 60 years of service in the D.C. area.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in building operations, fire systems, or related engineering roles.
• Familiarity with fire alarm systems, life-safety codes, and building operations.
• Strong communication and situational awareness.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for alerting the Engineering Team upon recognition of a problem.
• Work with subcontractors during inspections, testing, and maintenance.
• Support inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire suppression systems.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Building operations

Strong communication

Situational awareness

OSHA Safety training

Job description

About the Role

Complete Building Services is hiring Fire Control Center Engineers for a large facility in NW Washington. The Fire Control Engineer is responsible for continuously monitoring a building's fire-life safety systems and coordinating emergency responses and maintenance activities. The Fire Panels are monitored 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

• Fire Control Center Engineer will be responsible to alert the Engineering Team immediately upon recognition of a problem
• They will work in conjunction with the Fire and Life Safety subcontractor, Generator subcontractor, and Elevator Mechanics during inspections, testing, and maintenance of any systems or related equipment
• Supports inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire suppression, detection, and life-safety systems

You Should Have

What we are looking for:

• 3 years of experience in building operations, fire systems, or related engineering roles
• 3+ years experiencein like size facility (2 million sq. ft. plus)
• Familiarity with fire alarm systems, life-safety codes, and building operations
• Strong communication and situational awareness
• OSHA Safety training
• Must pass a background check
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

EOE/Disabilities/Veterans

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Complete Building Services is a division of The Donohoe Companies, Inc., and has been providing service to the Washington metropolitan area for 60+ years and has grown into one of Washington's largest and most successful building operations, maintenance, and facility management companies.

We are looking for candidates who want to build their careers with us and can deliver on our promise of service and integrity.