Overview 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.