Alarm Technician

Overview

• This position will be physically located in Kuwait in support of LOGCAP.

Under supervision of Alarm Technician Lead, performs routine and emergency maintenance of electronic intrusion alarm systems and equipment, components, and subsystems, to include conductor splicing and terminating on associated systems. Performs major and minor installation and repairs to circuit boards, circuit breakers, transformers, filters, batteries, rectifiers, and associated components and accessories. Performs in secure-, critical-, and sensitive-designed areas under control of the U.S. Army IAW contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and emergency maintenance of electronic intrusion alarm systems and equipment, components, and subsystems, to include conductor splicing and terminating on associated systems.
• Performs major and minor installation and repairs to circuit boards, circuit breakers, transformers, filters, batteries, rectifiers, and associated components and accessories.
• Performs in secure-, critical-, and sensitive-designed areas under control of the U.S. Army IAW contract requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education/Certifications: One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
  • Associate's degree and two (2) years of experience or a high school diploma.
  • Must be registered, licensed, or certified by a state or local authority.
  • Must be qualified by an organization listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for the servicing of fire alarm systems.
  • Ability to obtain host nation driver license.
• Experience:
  • Two (2) to six (6) years of experience depending on educational level.
• Skills:
  • Ability to manage multiple job sites and priorities.
  • Ability to communicate in English, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
  • Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follows safety rules, practices safe work habits, utilizes appropriate safety equipment, and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
  • Must have basic computer skills.
  • Must have the flexibility to adapt to ever-changing mission priorities and needs.
  • Must have strong analytical skills.
• Working Conditions:
  • Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, desert environment with average temperatures of 30 degrees in the winter and 130 degrees in the summer months).
  • Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices. Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.