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ERG · 3 months ago

Fire Alarm Technician

Indian Head, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $100K/yr

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. They are seeking fire alarm technicians to provide installation, troubleshooting, repair, and testing support for fire protection systems in high hazard areas. The role involves maintenance and compliance with federal and local requirements and industry codes.

ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingHealth CareInformation TechnologyPublic Safety

Culture & Values

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide installation and operations and maintenance support for existing fire protection systems (FPS) in accordance with federal and local requirements and industry codes, standards, and guidelines

Conduct site visits to document existing conditions of FPS

Perform troubleshooting, repair, and testing support of FPS

Conduct testing of existing, new or modified FPS in accordance with applicable test plans

Provide written reports on testing of FPS

Perform preventative maintenance actions for FPS

Identify and work to proactively resolve any FPS issues

Qualification

NICET Level II certificationFire alarm systemsNFPA standardsTroubleshooting skillsCommunication skills

Required

Experience with fire alarm technician duties, installing and repairing fixtures and components and related systems

Demonstrated experience with NFPA 1, NFPA 101, NFPA 10, NFPA 13, NFPA 15, NFPA 20, NFPA 25, NFPA 30, and NFPA 72

Demonstrated ability to collaborate/communicate effectively

Excellent verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills

Experience repairing, troubleshooting and testing fire alarm systems

This position will require a pre-employment physical exam

This position requires lifting objects weighing up to 50 and up to 100 pounds

Work may be performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g., fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals)

You may be required to participate in medical surveillance programs

Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts

Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around

Go up and down stairs (where applicable)

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations