Fire/Life Safety Field Technician III

DLB Associates

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Fire Life Safety Commissioning Field Technician III provides technical support to plan, schedule and execute full life cycle commissioning of critical facilities. This person participates in the MEP/FLS design review process and in functional testing of complex fire/life safety & mechanical systems. This person will collaborate with design engineers, construction contractors, equipment vendors, authorities having jurisdiction and client staff to test, validate and make operational newly installed and operational fire/life safety & mechanical systems including those in mission critical facilities. The Fire Life Safety Commissioning Field Technician III will receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently, consistently exercising discretion and independent judgment on individual work, or may work under immediate supervision. May serve as lead on routine projects of limited scope. This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Requirements

• Knowledge of fire/life safety, mechanical and controls system principles
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
• Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or related discipline OR Two years’ experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical and controls infrastructure
• Minimum three years’ additional experience with installation, hands-on testing, validation and troubleshooting of mechanical and controls infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Perform On-site Inspection, Validation, Testing and Verification of Fire/Life Safety & Mechanical Equipment (50%)
• Participate in factory witness testing
• Observe startup activities
• Use technical equipment to perform testing
• Perform functional testing of equipment and mechanical and controls systems
• Troubleshoot system components
• Developing Testing Plans and Procedures (20%)
• Assist in the development of commissioning plans
• Prepare pre-functional checklists
• Prepare functional performance test scripts
• Review Construction Related Design Documents, Drawings and Specifications (15%)
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Review sequence of operations
• Assist in commissioning focused design reviews
• Reporting (15%)
• Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in preparation and contributes to final commissioning report
• Manage personal hours using company tools
• Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
• Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level