Sprinkler Technician 3

M.C. Dean; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 53,726 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Job summary

M.C. Dean in Tysons, VA, is seeking a Sprinkler Technician 3 to inspect, test, and service fire sprinkler systems, leading complex projects and mentoring junior technicians.

The role requires reading wiring diagrams, developing bill of materials, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, with afterhours on rotation.

Applicants must meet NFPA standards, hold NICET certifications or pursue them, and be eligible for a Top-Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 8 years of relevant experience or 2 years technology degree with 6 years.
• NICET II certification or plan to pass within 90 days of employment.
• NICET III/IV preferred.
• State Backflow Certification preferred.
• Fire Pump Test Certification preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain Top-Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead inspections, advanced testing, and troubleshooting of sprinkler systems.
• Inspect fire alarm, special hazard, kitchen hoods, and preauction systems.
• Diagnose complex issues and maintain service records.
• Mentor junior technicians and lead projects.
• Develop BOMs, labor projections, and schedules.
• Read drawings and specifications; coordinate with owners and managers.
• Maintain inventory; respond to after-hours calls.
• Ensure NFPA compliance and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Wiring diagrams

Field service supervision

Education

High School Diploma

2 years technology degree + 6 years relevant experience

NICET II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems

NICET III preferred

NICET IV preferred

State Backflow Certification (Preferred)

Fire Pump Test Certification (Preferred)

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.

Sprinkler Technician 3 demonstrates a high level of expertise and leadership in inspecting, testing, and servicing fire sprinkler systems and is responsible for leading complex projects, providing mentorship to junior technicians, and ensuring the optimal performance and safety of sprinkler systems.

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).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee comprehensive inspection, advanced testing, and in-depth troubleshooting of various sprinkler and preauction systems and their components.
• Perform inspections and testing of fire alarm, special hazard systems, kitchen hoods and preauction systems.
• Independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in sprinkler systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Manage and maintain detailed records of service activities, including detailed reports, system analyses, and recommendations for improvements.
• Supervise and mentor junior technicians, providing guidance, training, and support in executing service tasks.
• Participate in project planning, system design, and implementation efforts to enhance sprinkler systems functionality.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver seamless service, address system deficiencies, and optimize performance.
• Stay informed about industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes to uphold compliance and industry standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality service delivery, and customer satisfaction in all service activities.
• Conduct site surveys to upgrade sprinkler systems, bring systems up to code, and develop corresponding bill of materials, labor projection and schedule.
• Create redline drawings for as-built preparation.
• Lead sprinkler projects of varying size and complexity.
• Plan, lead, and perform five-year internal sprinkler inspection and testing.
• Troubleshoot complex fire suppression and sprinkler issues.
• Perform pre-testing and final acceptance testing with Fire Marshal for assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with building owners, building managers, and other customer representatives.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, work orders, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
• Maintain truck inventory.
• Be on rotation to respond to afterhours service calls as scheduled by supervisor.
• Pursue and maintain industry certifications, as well as grow technical and customer service skills with active support from MCDean.
• Conduct sprinkler system surveys to identify system condition and compliance with NFPA codes and other applicable codes and regulations, analyze coverage and functionality, provide assessment and recommendations for performance improvement and life prolongation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
• Perform online research, installation manuals, and manufacturer manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma (required)
• 8 years of relevant experience or 2 years technology degree and 6 years of relevant experience.

Certifications:

• NICET II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems or
• Pass NICET II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems exam within 90 days of employment.
• NICET III preferred.
• NICET IV preferred.
• State Backflow Certification (Preferred)
• Fire Pump Test Certification (Preferred)
• This position has been identified as requiring an additional client background check.

Requirements:

• Above average level of attention to detail and professional work ethic.
• Commitment to excellence and a high quality of work.
• Knowledge of NFPA 25, NFPA 13, NEC, Fire Sprinkler System Theory, OSHA Requirements and Industry Standards for Fire sprinkler systems installation
• Ability to function in a controlled, effective manner under stress.
• 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.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches 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 $47.00 /Hr.