M.C. Dean

Designs and deploys secure mission-critical infrastructure

Fire Alarm Technician 1

HVAC & Building SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSouth Hill, VA, USA$28 - $30.50 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED and four years of relevant experience, or a two-year technology degree and two years of relevant experience.
Work overtime as directed by a supervisor.
Be willing to work on M.C. Dean, Inc. projects anywhere.
Pass a background check and random drug screening.
Have a valid driver's license and a good driving record to operate an M.C. Dean vehicle.
Have advanced troubleshooting ability, including researching online and using system manuals to resolve problems.
Know NFPA 72, the National Electrical Code, fire alarm system theory, Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, and industry standards for fire alarm system installation.
Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I certification or pass the NICET I exam within 90 days of employment.
Be able to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly while following proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Work at heights up to 60 feet and 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 routinely and repetitively.
Have corrected or uncorrected vision adequate for the work, color vision, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
Use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers.
Combine information to form general rules or conclusions, including identifying relationships 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.

Responsibilities

Test and inspect fire alarm systems according to NFPA and local code standards, noting existing and potential deficiencies.
Functionally test initiating devices, notification appliances, peripherals, and other system components.
Communicate system performance and deficiencies to customers and account managers to support accurate and efficient quoting of recommended repairs.
Prepare accurate and timely inspection and service reports.
Perform mid-size fire alarm system upgrades and installations under supervision, based on provided drawings and submittals.
Perform pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects under supervision.
Determine materials needed for repairs and order them.
Develop and maintain relationships with building owners, building managers, and other customer representatives.
Complete assigned project duties within estimates and according to specifications.
Respond to service requests, diagnose fire alarm system malfunctions, and adjust, repair, or replace equipment as needed to bring systems into compliance.
Install low-voltage systems under supervision.
Perform PITCO activities under supervision.
Read blueprints and drawings.
Maintain truck inventory.
Participate in the scheduled rotation for after-hours service calls.
Pursue and maintain industry certifications and develop technical and customer service skills with support from M.C. Dean.

Overview

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values, agility, expertise, and trust we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

The Fire Alarm Technician 1 provides high quality customer support through on-site service, complex troubleshooting, programming, installation, and maintenance services of various FA Systems under little to no supervision.

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 and to account managers for accurate and efficient quoting of recommended repairs.
Prepare accurate and timely inspection and service reports.
Perform under supervision mid-size FA system upgrades and installation based on provided drawings and submittals.
Perform under supervision pre-testing and final inspections for assigned projects.
Determine materials needed for repairs and order them.
Develop and maintain relationships with building owners, building managers, and other customer representatives.
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.
Maintain truck inventory.
Be on rotation to respond to afterhours service calls as scheduled by supervisor.
Pursue and maintain industry certifications, as well as grow technical and customer service skills with active support from M.C. Dean.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

A competitive salary
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Military Reserve pay offset
Paid maternity leave

Qualifications

HS Diploma/GED and 4 years of relevant experience or 2 years technology degree and 2 years of relevant experience
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.
Up to 50% travel may be required.

Certifications:

Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I Or
Pass NICET I exam within 90 days of employment

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.

Abilities:

The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
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.

Pay Range

USD $28.00 - USD $30.50 /Hr.

About the Company

M.C. Dean

Designs and deploys secure mission-critical infrastructure

M.C. Dean designs, builds, operates, and maintains integrated cyber-physical systems for mission-critical facilities, secure environments, and large enterprises. Its work spans electrical power, security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audio-visual, and IT systems, all coordinated through management platforms that support long-term operation and sustainability. The company works end-to-end: it engineers solutions, installs them, and then runs and maintains them to ensure continuous, secure, and resilient performance. What sets it apart is its ability to provide comprehensive, turnkey technology and infrastructure services for critical environments—combining physical systems with digital management to create secure, automated facilities. The goal is to deliver automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems and the platforms needed to manage them over the long term.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Tysons, VA
Founded: 1949

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