The Fire Alarm & Life Safety - Sprinkler & Fire Extinguishers Test Technician is responsible for conducting inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, life safety equipment, sprinkler systems, and Fire Extinguishers. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the safety and protection of lives and property by maintaining and verifying the functionality of these essential fire safety systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspection and Testing:
- Perform inspection, testing of fire pumps, wet systems, dry systems, tamper switches, water-flow devices, and hydrants.
- Performs routine maintenance and inspects fire extinguisher equipment.
- Perform periodic inspections and tests of the fire suppression systems.
- Conduct maintenance and repairs on life safety equipment, sprinkler heads, pipes, and valves as needed.
- Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and adjustments on fire alarm systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Recharge Fire Extinguishers and replace components that have exceeded their service life.
- Maintain meticulous records of inspections, tests, maintenance activities, and any identified issues.
- Generate detailed inspection and testing reports for clients, regulatory authorities, and internal records.
- Provide recommendations and cost estimates for necessary repairs or replacements.
- Ensure all work is conducted in strict compliance with local, state, and national fire safety codes and regulations.
- Adhere to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe working environment.
- Stay updated on industry developments and changes in safety codes and standards.
- Interact professionally with clients, addressing their inquiries and concerns.
- Deliver excellent customer service and maintain positive client relationships.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (additional relevant certifications or vocational training is a plus).
- NICET II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems or ability to pass exam within 90 days of employment or
- NICET in Special Hazards Systems is preferred
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in fire alarm systems, life safety equipment, and fire suppression systems testing and maintenance.
- Comprehensive knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations.
- Familiarity with various types of Fire Extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and life safety equipment.
- Proficiency in using testing equipment and tools.
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 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.