Fire Alarm Technician *** OCONUS *** Kuwait

Position Locations

Ali Al Salem

Tracking Code

9851

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

As the Fire Alarm Technician you 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. You will 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 Jordan, 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 three (3) 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 and be able to drive manual.
• Possess a valid U.S. Passport (preferred)
• Must be able to meet all current USCENTCOM Deployment Policy Requirements, including vaccination for COVID-19 as outlined in Paragraph 1.A. of the USCENTCOM JAN 22 MOD SIXTEEN TO USCENTCOM INDIVIDUAL AND INDIVIDUAL-UNIT DEPLOYMENT POLICY
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid multiple entry-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.
  
  

Security Clearance: Must have and maintain a SECRET security clearance.

Readiness Management Support, L.C.

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Readiness Management Support, L.C. (RMS) is a leading provider of global-scale logistics, facilities management, and advanced professional and technical services. RMS provides a broad spectrum of services and solutions to U.S. and international government agencies, and organizations. A world-class leader in providing seasoned program management, RMS leverages and integrates its capabilities to provide safe, innovative, and reliable solutions to meet customers diverse and complex challenges. RMS is a wholly owned subsidiary of IAP Worldwide Services, Inc.

RMS/IAP 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.