Fire Alarm Technician (Electronic Equipment Tech II)

This position performs complex tasks related to testing, troubleshooting, operating, maintaining, repairing, and installing critical commercial building fire detection, fire suppression and other life safety systems and system components. May lead Electronic Equipment Tech I's in the performance of their duties. Develops/maintains a current knowledge of local, state and national codes as well as equipment/technologies associated with commercial building life safety systems. This position works under the general direction and supervision of the chief building engineer and/or Facilities Manager.

Note: Incumbent is considered essential personnel. Flexible working schedule is required as well as overtime, call-back and on call.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: High school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education; plus, completion of an apprentice-level vocational training program in electronics; and two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of the electronic and electromechanical equipment specific to the position.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:• Valid driver's license

• NFPA Certified Fire Alarm ITM Specialist (CFAITMS) within 12 months of date of appointment

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:• Any certification in Fire Alarm and/or Fire Suppression Systems such as: NFPA Certified Fire Alarm ITM Specialist (CFAITMS). NFPA Certified Sprinkler ITM Specialist (CISTMS) and/or other Fire Alarm and/or Fire Suppression Systems certifications.

• 5+ years of experience in the maintenance and repair of Fire Alarm Systems.
• Experience working with any of the following Fire Alarm Systems: Honeywell Silent Knight, Honeywell Notifier, and/or Siemens.
• Working experience with Fire Suppression Systems.
• Knowledge and experience of preventative maintenance schedules for Fire Suppression Systems
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. For short periods of time. Carry up to 40lbs. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet to enter tight spaces. Must be able to climb and descend ladders up to 20 feet and work in physically fatiguing positions for long periods of time. Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ramps, and the like for single and multistory (up to 12 stories) buildings in the Department's portfolio. Pushing/pulling involving use of hands/arms, feet/legs, and/or feet only done with one side of the body or both sides. Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s). Reach with hands and arms. Stand; walk; climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to wear and use respirator and OSHA required PPE. Work in various weather conditions (heat, rain, snow, high humidity, etc.). Frequently work near moving parts. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and practical exercise may be administered.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.