DEAN | FLUOR Life Safety Technician 1 with Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and inspection of fire alarm systems per NFPA and local code standards, noting existing and potential deficiencies.
• Functionally test Initiating Devices, Notification Appliances, and all other peripherals and system components.
• Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers for accurate and efficient quoting of recommended repairs.
• Perform under supervision pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects.
• Determine materials needed for repairs and order them.
• Perform all duties required to successfully complete projects within estimate and according to specifications.
• Respond to service requests, diagnose system malfunctions of fire alarms and adjust, repair or replace equipment as needed to bring into compliance.
• Perform under supervision installation of low voltage systems.
• Perform under supervision PITCO activities.
• Read blueprints and drawings
• May require some overtime hours at night, on weekends, and at a moment's notice for emergency calls.
• Must be flexible in adapting to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interruptions that may impact pre-established courses of action for completing or progressing with projects and assignments.

  Qualifications

  • A High School diploma or GED with at least 4 years of experience.
  • 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.
  • Must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance.

  Desired Skills

  • Excellent troubleshooting skills including, researching online, and system manuals to resolve problems
  • Ability to operate various types of test equipment including audibility and intelligibility test equipment.
  • Exceptional work ethic and attention to detail
  • Exceptional communication skills with customers, other field personnel, office staff and sub-contractors.