Fire Alarm Technician 2

7 days ago

Washington, United States M.C. Dean, Inc. Full time

Fire Alarm Systems Technician at MCDean

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Perform testing and inspection of fire alarm systems per NFPA and local code standards, noting existing and potential deficiencies;
  • Functionally-test Initiating Devices, Notification Appliances, and all other peripherals and system components;
  • Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers and to account managers for accurate and efficient quoting of recommended repairs;
  • Prepare accurate and timely inspection and service reports;
  • Determine materials needed for repairs and order them;
  • Develop and maintain relationships with building owners, building managers, and other customer representatives;
  • Perform all duties required to successfully complete projects within estimate and according to specifications;
  • Respond to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance;
  • Read blueprints and drawings;
  • Maintain inventory;
  • Pursue and maintain industry certifications, as well as grow technical and customer service skills with active support from MCDean.

Education & Experience or Equivalent

  • 5 years of relevant experience OR 2 years of a technology degree and 3 years of relevant experience;
  • High School Diploma (required).

Requirements:

  • Clearable US Citizen with the ability to obtain & maintain HSPD & Secret, preferred HSPD-12 & Secret Active;
  • Basic troubleshooting including researching online, system manuals to resolve problems;
  • Knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, Fire Alarm System Theory, OSHA Requirements, and Industry Standards for Fire Alarm systems installation;
  • Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II;
  • Manufacturer certifications - Simplex, Notifier;
  • Above average level of attention to detail and professional work ethic;
  • Commitment to excellence and a high quality of work;
  • Ability to function in a controlled, effective manner under stress;
  • High level of customer service;
  • 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.

Abilities:

  • Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period of time;
  • 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, 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;
  • See details at close range;
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

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