Fire Alarm Technician - Chantilly, VA

Overview

The Fire Alarm Technician 3 supervises and performs FA system upgrades and installations, provides advanced troubleshooting and complex programming.

• Perform high level troubleshooting of fire alarm systems of all makes and models
• Perform complex programming of FA systems
• Perform complete site survey for FA system upgrades and new installations; identify needs to bring system up to Code
• Perform intermediate level calculations including battery, NAC panel and system standby
• Create redline drawings for as-built preparation
• Troubleshoot complex networked fire alarm/mass notification systems
• Develop PITCO plan and lead PITCO process
• Create submittal packages for permits
• Develop as-built drawings
• Lead installation projects for FA system upgrades and new installations
• Supervise and train crew members on-site

• MS Office Suite of products
• Share Point
• Calculations – Battery Sizing, Voltage Drop
• Silent Knight FA programming software
• Keypad programming for various FA Systems
• Bluebeam

• 8 years of experience in Fire Alarm or 2 years technology degree and 6 years of experience in Fire Alarm
• High School Diploma (required)

• NICET Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems II or
• Pass NICET II exam within 90 days of employment
• ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician (or equivalent certification)
• Any other NICET certification is a plus

• 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
• Excellent decision-making skills
• Strong leadership skills

• 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
• 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
• Work overtime as directed by supervisor
• Must be willing to work on M.C. Dean, Inc. projects anywhere
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be able to pass random drug screening
• Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record 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
• Advanced 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

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Design Services