Fire Protection O&M Technician

Fire Protection O&M Technician

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role – protecting our national security.

• Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

You're a dedicated Fire Protection Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Specialist with a strong commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of fire protection systems. With your extensive knowledge of fire codes, standards, and best practices, you play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the effectiveness of fire safety measures for our customers. You excel at conducting inspections, performing maintenance, and implementing proactive measures to ensure that all systems function optimally and comply with regulatory requirements.

At KBR, you bring a detail-oriented approach and a passion for safety to every task. Known for your problem-solving skills and technical expertise, you work collaboratively with teams to assess risks, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions. Your proactive mindset and strong communication skills ensure that all stakeholders are informed and engaged in maintaining a culture of safety and preparedness.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award.

In the role of Fire Protection O&M Technician, your duties will include:

• Install, repair, and inspect smoke and fire suppression systems.
• Inspect, test and repair fire alarm wiring, fire alarm panels and peripheral equipment.
• Identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.
• Inspect, repair or replace smoke/heat detectors and sprinkler heads.
• Repair and test wet/dry systems; test fire alarm system devices using appropriate diagnostic programs and test equipment.
• Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes.
• Read, interpret, and apply system design plans and building construction drawings and documents.
• Perform true test smoke detector sensitivity procedure.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is required.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Must be a US or Australian citizen
• Must have a minimum of five years of experience working with fire protection equipment and systems
• Must possess NICET II or NICET III
• Must possess and maintain qualifications in accordance with US DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), or Australian equivalent acceptable to the USG

• BA/BS from an accredited institution
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI w/Poly or Australian PV clearance

This role will be located in Alice Springs, at a 4,400-acre facility with approximately 687,000 square feet of mission and support space. This position is expected to be onsite 100%.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.