The Lead Fire Alarm and Suppression Technician will inspect, test, maintain, and repair or replace fire detection and alarm systems and permanent fixed water-based fire protection systems in a manner that will ensure their serviceability and operation in accordance with applicable NFPA Standards, UFC 3-600-02, and manufacturer’s instructions. Review the status of all installed fire detection and alarm systems included in this contract.

　　RMS will be performing Base Operation Support (BOS-1) to the United States Armed Forces in Kuwait, as part of the AFCAP V Contract

　　ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

　　Inspect installed fire detection and alarm systems and water-based protection systems and within 7 calendar days shall correct any discrepancies or impairments to an installed fire detection or alarm or water-based protection system discovered during a scheduled inspection, depending on material availability.

　　Shall inspect and test at least annually all systems.

　　Perform repairs or replace components on installed fire detection and alarm systems and water-based protection systems IAW NFPA 72.

　　National Fire Alarm Code and NFPA 25: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems to return a system or component to full operating condition.

　　Shall notify the COR, fire department, and facility occupants before proceeding with any repairs on installed fire detection and alarm systems.

　　Shall return to full service all installed systems after repair work is complete.

　　Shall notify the COR in writing that repairs have been completed and provide a list of work accomplished.

　　Include reprogramming or replacing local fire alarm panels, replacing defective devices, installing transmitters in existing remote reporting panels, and installing new remote reporting panels.

　　Develop and maintain a quality program to ensure maintenance and repair services are performed IAW applicable NFPA Standards, UFC 3-600-02, and manufacturer’s instructions.

　　Shall develop and implement procedures to identify and prevent defective services from reoccurring.

　　EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

　　High School diploma or equivalent.

　　Fire Alarms Technician shall have minimum of eight (8) years’ experience related to the requirements and qualifications necessary to manage and perform the task.

　　Manages resources and activities necessary to inspect, test, and maintain fire detection and alarm systems.

　　Qualifications shall include one or more of the following:

　　Personnel who are factory trained and NICET certified for fire alarm system service.

　　Personnel who are certified by NICET fire alarm certification organization acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.

　　Personnel who are registered, licensed, or certified by a state or local authority.

　　Personnel who are employed and qualified by an organization listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for the servicing of fire alarm systems.

　　ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s License

　　Possess a valid U.S. Passport (preferred)

　　Able to obtain and maintain a valid Residency Visa for Kuwait

　　Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions including dust and high temperatures.

　　Must be able to endure long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.

　　LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS:

　　Valid Driver’s License and be able to operate a vehicle with a manual transmission.

　　Must have a Valid US Passport.

　　TRAVEL: 100%, in deployed location.

　　SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must have and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

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　　RMS is an EOE, including disability/vets.

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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