The Fire Alarm Technician 3 supervises and performs FA system upgrades and installations, provides advanced troubleshooting and complex programming.

Responsibilities

* Perform high level troubleshooting of fire alarm systems of all makes and models

* Perform complex programming of FA systems

* Perform complete site survey for FA system upgrades and new installations; identify needs to bring system up to Code.

* Perform intermediate level calculations including battery, NAC panel and system standby

* Create redline drawings for as-built preparation

* Troubleshoot complex networked fire alarm/mass notification systems

* Develop PITCO plan and lead PITCO process

* Create submittal packages for permits

* Develop as-built drawings

* Lead installation projects for FA system upgrades and new installations.

* Supervise and train crewmembers on-site.

Tools / Software Applications

* MS Office Suite of products

* SharePoint

* Calculations - Battery Sizing, Voltage Drop

* Silent Knight FA programming software

* Keypad programming for various FA Systems

* Bluebeam

Education and Experience

* 8 years of experience in Fire Alarm or

* 2 years technology degree and 6 years of experience in Fire Alarm

* High School Diploma (required)

Certifications

* NICET Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems II or

* Pass NICET II exam within 90 days of employment

* ICC/NAFED Certified Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician (or equivalent certification)

* Any other NICET certification is a plus

Other Qualifications

* 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

* Excellent decision-making skills.

* Strong leadership skills

Physical and Personal Requirements

* Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.

* Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.

* Work at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.

* Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull and reach 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. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

* Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

* Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

* 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.

* Work overtime as directed by supervisor.

* Must be willing to work on M.C. Dean, Inc. projects anywhere.

* Must be able to pass a background check.

* Must be able to pass random drug screening.

* Must have valid driver's license, good driving records to operate a MC Dean vehicle as part of this job requirement.

* Must consistently report to work on time, work well with other employees to accomplish a common goal, and maintain a safe work environment.

* Advanced troubleshooting including researching online, system manuals to resolve problems.

* Knowledge of NFPA 72, NEC, Fire Alarm System Theory, OSHA Requirements, and Industry Standards for Fire Alarm systems installation.