DJBOSS: Fire Suppression Technician NICET III

DJBOSS: Fire Suppression Technician NICET III

KBR sustains the operational well-being of U.S. armed forces at Djibouti, Africa, Camp Lemonnier Naval Base. Our services encompass program management, contingency and expeditionary, asset management and recreation support, postal operations, safety services, logistics, and more. KBR ensures the base operates smoothly, allowing deployed personnel to focus on mission execution.

Job Summary

This position requires the ability and experience in servicing, repairing, and replacing a variety of Fire Alarm products and inspecting a variety of Fire Alarm systems. Experience and the ability to install and connect fire alarm systems to MONACO Fire Alarm receiving equipment and maintain this equipment with the knowledge of NFPA standards required and NICET III certification.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Servicing, inspecting and testing alarm and related systems to manufactured specifications.
• Performing on site emergency troubleshooting, programming and repairs of Fire Alarm System.
• Identifying code and non-conformance issues
• Analyze blueprints, schematics and drawings of Fire Alarm Systems and other related electrical systems.
• Diagnose problems or failures in assigned systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair.
• Inspects Fire Alarm, Security Systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying and performing necessary repairs and performing preventative maintenance.
• Installs Fire Alarm Systems components as assigned (e.g., panels, audible/visual alarms, pull stations, detectors, etc.)
• Have experience in the following Fire Alarm panels and system components (Simplex 4100E, FIRELITE Panels, Monaco BTX, Gamewell E3, Honeywell, Det-tronics, Secutron and Auto Pulse)
• Must carry all Fire Alarm keys, radio, and telephone always while on base and be on a rotational call service.
• Troubleshooting/repair of Fire Alarm Systems

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum two to three years of experience in the Fire Protection Life Safety Industry including: Fire Alarm Installation & Programming
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III certification in Fire Alarm Systems. Certifications Level III (Fire Alarm Systems)
• Knowledge of functions associated with the testing of Fire Alarms Systems Programming, access control, and security systems.
• Must possess a secret clearance or be in position to obtain one
• Complete knowledge of low voltage wiring, especially troubleshooting
• High level if knowledge & application of the National Fire Alarm Code.
• Must be thoroughly capable of reading, interpreting, and applying system design plans, as well as building construction drawings and documents.
• Must not be afraid of heights with the ability to be over (50) ft. in the air.
• Must Have Computer and good Communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English.
• Must possess passport book (not passport card) with at least 12 months of remaining validity AND with at least 6 blank visa/stamp pages remaining.
• Must possess driver's license with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment with multiple interruptions/distractions.
• Excellent customer relations, leadership, and interpersonal skills

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.