FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN

NVE•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NVE is looking for a Fire Alarm Technician with at least five (5) years of experience, skilled in installing, testing, inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial fire detection and life-safety systems to ensure full compliance with safety codes. The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for responding to service requests and performing repairs or supporting system modifications. Core hours will be between 0700 and 1530 Monday through Friday. Additional hours and after-hours support will be required, as needed.

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on work with low-voltage wiring, electrical systems, or fire protection equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
Strong customer service skills to explain system functions and report issues clearly to clients.
Ability to make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms.
Ability to work in hard-to-reach places requiring standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tight and uncomfortable positions.
Frequently lift, carry, and set up equipment that weighs 20 pounds or more.
Occasionally, may lift and carry items that weigh over 80 pounds.
Work primarily inside and occasionally outside.
May work in a dirty, dusty or greasy environment.
Sometimes may be required to make installations and repairs when bad smelling fumes are present.
Existing HSPD-12 desirable
NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) Level I or II certification, highly desirable.
Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Nice To Haves

NICET Level I or II certification

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, maintain, and repair installed fire alarm detection and suppression systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and NFPA standards.
Visually inspect fire alarm equipment and replace defective components.
Test initiating and signal circuits, detectors, and system transmitters, and perform necessary repairs.
Check pressure gauges on suppression system storage containers and recharge or replace containers as needed.
Mount control panels, pull wires, run conduit, and install detection devices, sensors, and alarms based on blueprint schematics.
Perform regular functional tests on systems to verify proper operation and ensure strict compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
Diagnose electrical faults, test circuit integrity, and replace worn or malfunctioning components.
Follow all guidelines outlined in NFPA 72, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and applicable local regulations.
Record all service logs, test results, and inventory usage using digital devices or written reports.
Support specialized system modifications, major programming changes, large-scale system upgrades, and repairs requiring manufacturer-authorized service providers.
Support specialty fire alarm subcontracting partners as required.
Comply with established safety guidelines and procedures.
Support other building operations as needed.