• Fire Alarm Technician

    EMCOR Group (Dulles, VA)


    Description

    Fire Alarm Technician Job Summary

     

    Dynalectric DC is looking for a Fire Alarm Technician to install and update fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings. You will perform inspections, test alarms, and troubleshoot or document any issues. You will also respond to emergency service calls and ensure the systems are functioning properly. Applicants for this position should have their level I, II, or III NICET certification, which requires prior experience. You should also be knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72.

    Fire Alarm Technician Duties and Responsibilities

    • Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings

    • Test and repair alarm systems already in place

    • Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code

    • Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues

    • Respond to emergency service calls

    • Maintain a clean and safe workspace

    Fire Alarm Technician Requirements and Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or GED certificate

    • NICET certification preferred (requires prior experience or training)

    • Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (including 70 and 72)

    • Experience with commercial and residential systems

    • Troubleshooting skills

    • Ability to work on ladders and lift up to 50 lbs.

    • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

     

    Work Environment

     

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed inside and outside which may include adverse weather conditions

     

    Physical Demands

     

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

     

    The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

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