Fire Safety Specialist

About the role

KBR is hiring a Fire Safety Specialist for its NSS Intel division, within KBR Government Solutions. The role is 100% onsite at an OCONUS location and is contingent on contract award. The specialist ensures the safety and reliability of fire protection systems through inspections, maintenance and compliance with fire codes and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Install, repair and inspect smoke and fire suppression systems.
• Inspect, test and repair fire alarm wiring, panels and peripheral equipment.
• Identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
• Inspect, repair or replace smoke and heat detectors and sprinkler heads.
• Repair and test wet/dry systems and test fire alarm devices with diagnostic programs and equipment.
• Ensure work complies with relevant codes.
• Read, interpret and apply system design plans and construction drawings.
• Perform true test smoke detector sensitivity procedures and routine maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Active SECRET clearance and eligibility for upgrade to TS/SCI with Poly level clearance.
• Five or more years of experience installing fire detection, alarm, control and suppression systems.
• Professional Engineer license or NICET Level III certification.
• Certification in fire protection systems from a US jurisdiction with requisite experience (or equivalent approved by the customer).
• Willingness to work on-call and on rotational shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.