Reviews the inspections, testing, and repair of fire alarm control panels, initiating, indicating, and monitoring devices Ensures testing, and maintenance on fire suppression systems consisting of wet pipe sprinkler, precaution sprinkler, FM-200 clean agent systems, fire pumps, and associated equipment are performed IAW UFC 3-601-02, NFPA 25, NFPA 20, NFPA 17, NFPA 2001 and NFPA 3. Perform in secure, critical, and sensitive designed areas under control of the U.S. Army in accordance with contract requirements.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Provides leadership in the accomplishment of the maintenance and repair of systems associated with fire detection, suppression and other equipment that is a component part of the overall fire protection system
• Supervises a team that performs inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems IAW UFC 3-601-02 using NFPA 72 and NFPA 25 as guidelines.
• Utilizes test equipment and meters such as voltmeters, ammeters, telephone test sets, smoke detector sensitivity testers, and wire tracing equipment, and others for locating and diagnosing equipment, distribution, and control system malfunctions
• Utilizes computer software to program fire alarm control panels and perform load calculations for installed systems
• Utilizes various hand tools, shop tools, and equipment in accomplishing repairs and maintenance of these systems and components
• Troubleshoots and repairs fire protection circuits and equipment. Repairs or replaces defective components
• Requests and maintains accountability for parts, tools, equipment and materials required for work performance and work assignments
• May be required to conduct both routine and emergency services after normal work periods
• Performs the majority of work in the sensitive and secure areas of military installations and facilities in accordance with the established security procedures of the U.S. Army and contract requirements
• Responsible for safe operation, cleanliness and operator maintenance of assigned vehicle
• Prepares and completes required work documents, reports, CDRLs to ensure compliance
• Complies with safety/environmental standards and safe work practices
• Acts as Subject Matter Expert for the AOR fire alarm/suppression systems; reviews submittals for Fire Protection and acts as a witness in concert with the military for commission and acceptance.
• Provides recommendations to the US Government for the need for new systems and repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned