What are the responsibilities and job description for the NICET Fire Alarm Engineer/Technician position at Mission Critical Solutions?
MCS is hiring for a NICET Fire Alarm Engineer/Technician in Tampa, FL. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits.
A NICET Level III Fire Alarm Engineer/Technician is a senior-level professional responsible for designing, installing, inspecting, and troubleshooting complex fire alarm systems. They work independently to interpret codes (NFPA 72, NEC, IBC) and supervise Level I/II technicians. Key tasks include creating shop drawings, project management, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Key Job Responsibilities
- Design and Layout: Prepare complex fire alarm system shop drawings, including layout, device selection, and calculations.
- Supervision: Oversee installation, programming, and testing of systems, managing junior technicians.
- Code Compliance & Testing: Perform acceptance testing and verify compliance with local and national fire codes (e.g., NFPA 72).
- Technical Expertise: Troubleshoot complex system issues, including networked control units and voice evacuation systems.
- Documentation & Coordination: Prepare technical reports, update documentation, and coordinate with contractors and AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction)
Requirements
- Certification: Active NICET Level III certification in Fire Alarm Systems. Strongly Preferred.
- Experience: Typically requires 5 or more years of experience in fire alarm system layout, installation, or service.
- Knowledge: Advanced understanding of NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code), NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), and NEC (National Electrical Code)
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of Fire Alarm System experience, including programming and configuration of Notifier systems.
- Proficiency with NFPA 72, Life Safety Code 101, and IBC.
- Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds as needed.
- Familiarity with a wide range of fire alarm manufacturers (e.g., Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, FCI-Gamewell, Simplex, Siemens, EST) is highly desired.
Mission Critical Solutions (MCS) is a leading-edge technology solutions provider headquartered in Tampa, Florida. MCS provides a broad range of Technology products and services organized in six core lines of business –Telecommunications, Structured Cabling, Audio-Visual, Security and Life Safety Systems, Electrical Distribution Systems, and Unified Communications.