Fire Alarm Mass Notice Technician

Description

The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for operation, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm, mass notification, and fire suppression systems, including ANSUL wet chemical systems, backflow prevention, and fire hydrant testing, in accordance with NFPA standards. Reporting to the Fire Alarm Technician Lead, the role works within a team of professionals supporting base operations.

The technician inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, and replaces fire alarm and mass notification systems across the base, ensuring functionality per applicable standards and manufacturer instructions. Functional operation tests confirm compliance with Unified Facility Codes, NFPA standards, and manufacturer guidelines. Technical work involves interpreting instrument readings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and employing appropriate test equipment while adhering to safety, environmental, and management policies. Design reviews verify NFPA and building specifications are met, and a preventative maintenance plan is followed with thorough record keeping.

• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, and replace fire alarm and mass notification systems basewide.
• Perform functional operation tests to ensure compliance with UFC, NFPA standards, and manufacturer instructions.
• Interpret instrument and meter readings using wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical publications.
• Enforce safety rules, environmental policies, and management principles during all work.
• Review system designs to confirm adherence to NFPA and Unified Facilities Criteria specifications.
• Follow preventive maintenance plan and maintain accurate service records.
• Prioritize work orders using automated management systems and meet timeline requirements.
• Implement a comprehensive safety program compliant with Vectrus, OSHA, and USAF standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment free of dust, clutter, and trash.
• Participate in a documented training program and maintain required certifications.
• Safeguard all government and contractor property, including equipment and tools.
• Accurately complete time reporting procedures and submit timesheets.
• Maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance and obtain Air Force flight line driver’s license and access badge upon deployment.
• Complete online and hands‑on CBRN defense training with protective gear fit testing.

Requirements

Candidates must hold NICET Level I certification for fire alarm work and meet UFC 4‑021‑01 qualifications for mass notification technicians. Required credentials include a valid U.S. passport, driver's license (manual transmission), and an active U.S. Secret security clearance, with additional Air Force flight‑line licensing and access upon deployment. Applicants must successfully complete CBRN defense training, pass comprehensive health and background screenings, and possess direct experience managing fire alarm, mass notification, and suppression system maintenance. One year of related experience may substitute for one year of education if a degree is required.

• NICET Level I certified fire alarm technician with installation, maintenance, and testing experience.
• Meet UFC 4‑021‑01 qualifications for mass notification technician duties.
• Hold a valid U.S. passport and manual transmission driver's license.
• Pass psychological, medical, dental, drug testing, and background checks.
• Direct experience managing fire alarm, mass notification, and suppression system maintenance and testing.
• Knowledge of UFC 4‑021‑01 implementation; preferred knowledge of UFC 3‑601‑02.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance