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M.C. Dean, Inc. · 3 months ago

Fire Alarm Field Engineer - New College Graduate

McLean, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

M.C. Dean, Inc. is a leader in Building Intelligence, specializing in designing, building, operating, and maintaining cyber-physical solutions for mission-critical facilities. They are seeking a Fire Alarm Field Engineer to plan and perform testing and inspections of large fire alarm systems, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards while supporting business continuity and safety in critical environments.

Information Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Plan and perform testing and inspection of large fire alarm systems per NFPA and local code standards, noting existing and potential deficiencies

Prepare accurate and timely inspection and service reports

Perform complete site surveys for potential PM inspections and FA system changes/modifications, prepare corresponding quotations

Program and service fire alarm systems of various models

Troubleshoot various FA systems

Perform pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects

Develop and perform PITCO activities

Perform calculations including battery, NAC panel and system standby

Create redline drawings for as-built preparation

Complete job-related documents including ROC, Test Forms etc

Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards

Perform online research, installation manuals, manufacture manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures

Qualification

NICET Fire Alarm SystemsFire Alarm System ProgrammingTestingInspectionOf Science degreeCustomer serviceProfessional work ethicWork under stressAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree is required for this position with 0+ years of experience

Complete Bootcamp

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

Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I or Pass NICET I exam within 90 days of employment and Pass NICET II exam within 180 days of employment

The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis

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 (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 (within a few feet of the observer)

Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Benefits

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

Company

M.C. Dean, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

M.C. Dean, Inc. offers comprehensive technological systems in Washington.

Founded in 1949

Vienna, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://mcdean.com

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