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Fire Alarm Technician 1 - Chantilly, VA

companyMC Dean Inc
locationChantilly, VA, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Full Time

The Fire Alarm Technician 1 provides high quality customer support through on-site service, complex troubleshooting, programming, installation, and maintenance services of various FA Systems under little to no supervision.

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.
  • Perform under supervision mid-size FA system upgrades and installation based on provided drawings and submittals.
  • Perform under supervision pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects.
  • 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.
  • Perform under supervision installation of low voltage systems.
  • Perform under supervision PITCO activities.
  • Read blueprints and drawings.
  • 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 M.C. Dean.

Tools/Software Applications

  • MS Office Suite of products
  • SharePoint
  • Basic knowledge of Fire Alarm programming software (Add/Delete devices/Program from keypad etc.)
  • Bluebeam

Education and Experience

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

Physical and Personal 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 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, 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.
  • 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.

Certifications

  • Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I or pass NICET I exam within 60 days of employment

Other Qualifications

  • 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.
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