Fire & Security Technician I

General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems (FL,TX,VA, IL); Crawfordville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Crawfordville, FL is seeking a Fire & Security Technician I to protect personnel and assets on site. You will monitor access, respond to alarms, and support emergency response to incidents, tests, and inspections.

The role requires a vocational/technical training background, ability to work in a team, and willingness to work outside normal hours. A state-licensed firearm is required.

Qualifications

• Attending a Vocational/Technical School or internal training program or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Guard buildings, grounds and assets; monitor access controls and alarms.

Skills

Teamwork

Decision making

Judgement

Attention to detail

Emergency management

Public safety

Heavy equipment operation

Fire control

Education

Vocational/Technical Training

Job description

Fire & Security Technician I

Job Locations: US-FL-Crawfordville

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting‑edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment is the guiding principle that forms the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success – fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation, healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high‑performance team!

Job Summary

Protects the organization’s employees, properties and all items of value on premises from any harm or danger. Develops and/or follows fire and security policies and procedures that comply with government guidelines and standards. Conducts investigations to protect organization assets. Responds to contingency events, including bomb threats, explosions, fires, sabotage and severe weather conditions through on‑site security force or with the assistance of government law enforcement agencies.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
• Develops understanding in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
• Works with close supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

Essential Functions

• Supports with security and guards buildings, grounds, materials, work sites, or other venues.
• Monitors access controls and security systems and responds to alarms, reports of issues, or requests for assistance.
• Follows required gate‑keeping procedures such as verifying visitor credentials, conducting inspections, or preparing paperwork or activity logs.
• Supports emergency response to fires, accidents, and other emergencies to protect people, property, and the environment.
• Assists firefighting teams to control and extinguish fires and safely manage hazardous materials.
• Uses and operates firefighting tools, equipment and apparatus as effectively and safely as possible.
• Assists with fire system inspection, testing and maintenance.
• Prepares post‑incident reports as required.
• Must carry a state‑licensed firearm.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset; Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset;

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Decision‑making skills. Judgement. Detail oriented. Attentiveness. Emergency Management. Heavy Equipment Operation. Fire Control. Public Safety.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD‑OTS facilities.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
• This position is Safety‑Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

No or very little travel likely.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at‑will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.