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Fire Alarm Technician

Location Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Maryland Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2103831 Posted Date 04/01/2025
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Title:

Fire Alarm Technician

Title:

Fire Alarm Technician

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

  • Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
  • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

KBR is seeking a highly motivated and career-oriented Fire Alarm Technician to join our team supporting a government client in Maryland. In this role you will be part of the acquisition management team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate and Select Engineering Techniques: Independently evaluate and select standard engineering techniques and procedures for the installation, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm and suppression systems.
  • Apply Engineering Criteria: Utilize judgment to make minor adaptations and modifications to engineering plans and designs as required.
  • Assist in Complex Design Tasks: With gained experience, assist in the design of larger and more complex fire alarm and suppression system projects that include conventional plans and few complex features.
  • Perform Investigations and Surveys: Conduct investigations and surveys to assess current systems and identify areas for improvement or potential issues.
  • Ensure Compliance: Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and best practices to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
  • Monitor System Performance: Regularly monitor the performance of fire alarm and suppression systems to ensure they are functioning correctly and efficiently.
  • Document Activities: Maintain accurate documentation of all inspections, maintenance activities, and repairs performed, including any adaptations or modifications made to the systems.
  • Contribute to Cost Efficiency: Execute job tasks in a manner that impacts cost containment, efficiency, and profitability, ensuring optimal operational performance.
  • Collaborate with Team Members: Work closely with other team members and departments to ensure that all aspects of the fire safety systems are integrated and functioning properly within the overall safety infrastructure of the facility.
  • Provide Technical Support: Offer technical support and guidance on the operation and maintenance of fire alarm and suppression systems to facility management and other stakeholders.
  • Engage in Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest technologies and standards in fire safety to continuously improve skills and knowledge in the field.
  • Other duties as required

Qualifications

Required:

  • Clearance Requirement:  TS/SCI with willingness to sit for a poly upon request
  • Minimum 5 years of experience
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • NICET Level IIl in fire alarm
  • High School Diploma or GED: Required as a basic educational foundation.
  • Technical or Vocational Training: Training from a technical school or community college in fire technology, electrical systems, or a related field is highly recommended.
  • NICET III Certification: Certification from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) in fire alarm systems or fire suppression systems is highly valued.
  • State Licensing: Some states require specific licensing for technicians working on fire alarm and suppression systems.
  • Continuing Education: Ongoing education in the latest fire protection technology and codes
  • Relevant Experience: Experience working with fire alarm and suppression systems, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, typically at least 5+ years.
  • Project Assistance Experience: Experience assisting in the design and implementation of larger and more complex fire safety systems projects.
  • Analytical Thinking: Capable of understanding and interpreting complex system diagrams and technical documents.
  • Safety Awareness: High level of safety awareness to ensure all work complies with the latest safety standards.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to new technologies and methods in the evolving field of fire protection.
  • Availability: Willingness to work on-call for emergencies or system failures outside of normal business hours.

Desired:

Basic Compensation:

$66,800 - $100,200

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation: 

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.  

Benefits: 

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.  

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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