Senior Fire Alarm Technician & On-Site Expert

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, andDis

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician 3 to support on-site commissioning and system integration. The role requires strong expertise in fire alarm architecture, NFPA 72, NEC, and OSHA standards, and mentoring junior technicians.

The position entails complex troubleshooting, on-site installation, and collaboration with project teams across Virginia and the East Coast. A Top-Secret clearance is required for access to classified information.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED with 8+ years in Fire Alarm OR 2-year tech degree with 6+ years' experience.
• Background check required and ability to obtain security clearance.
• NICET Fire Alarm I & II certification within 90 days; NICET III preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, OSHA requirements and fire alarm installation standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs commissioning activities for fire alarm projects.
• Plans design and implements fire alarm system solutions per codes.
• Tests, inspects and troubleshoots large fire alarm systems.
• Trains apprentices and team members.
• Ensures safety, quality, and compliance on site and in manufacturing facility.

Skills

NFPA knowledge

OSHA awareness

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Leadership

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Technology degree (2 years)

NICET Fire Alarm I & II

Job description

M.C. Dean is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician 3 to support on-site commissioning and system integration. The role requires strong expertise in fire alarm architecture, NFPA 72, NEC, and OSHA standards, and mentoring junior technicians.

The position entails complex troubleshooting, on-site installation, and collaboration with project teams across Virginia and the East Coast. A Top-Secret clearance is required for access to classified information.