Fire Alarm Technician 1- Washington Metro Area- MD/VA/DC

The Fire Alarm Service Technician 1 is responsible for performing inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repairs, and service of fire alarm systems to uphold safety and compliance standards. The Fire Alarm Service Technician 1 will work under the guidance of senior technicians or supervisors to develop expertise in fire alarm systems and related technologies.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and functional testing of fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with NFPA 72 and local standards.
• Test and troubleshoot initiating devices, notification appliances, and system components, addressing malfunctions or deficiencies.
• Assist in inspections and testing of interconnected systems, including elevators, HVAC shutdown, and fire doors.
• Document all service activities, including inspection results and repairs, and complete testing reports with noted deficiencies.
• Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers and account managers for accurate quoting of recommended repairs.
• Collaborate with senior technicians and supervisors to learn advanced fire alarm system technologies and best practices.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and upgrade of fire alarm systems, and determine materials needed for repairs.
• Respond promptly to service calls and emergency situations, adhering to safety protocols and maintaining compliance standards.
• This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of high school degree and three years of related experience or two years technology degree and one year of related experience.
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I or pass NICET I exam within 90 days of employment.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain US Clearance, minimum DoD Secret Clearance.
• Position is subject to an additional customer background check.
• This position will require up to 15% travel throughout the United States.
• Above average level of attention to detail and professional work ethic.
• Commitment to excellence and a high quality of work.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and OSHA Requirements
• 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

Physical Requirements

• Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.
• Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
• Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull and reach 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.
• Work overtime as directed by supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass random drug screening.
• Must have valid driver's license, good driving records to operate a MC Dean vehicle as part of this job requirement.
• Must consistently report to work on time, work well with other employees to accomplish a common goal, and maintain a safe work environment
• Must have a reliable means of transportation to arrive on job sites which vary based on the custom

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• 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
• Pay range: $28.00- $33.00