Fire Protection Recruiter
CANDIDATES WITH FIRE PROTECTION EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED
We're seeking people driven to excellence and inspired to have a meaningful impact powering, automating, integrating, and securing the world’s most critical infrastructure and facilities. This translates into fulfilling opportunities for employees driven to excel in a meaningful career.
As an employee at our client, you will join forces with more than 5,800 professionals who engineer and deploy automated, secure, and resilient power and technology systems, and deliver the management platforms essential for long-term system sustainability. Together, we transform the way complex, large-scale systems are designed, delivered, and sustained—enhancing client outcomes, improving lives, and changing the world for the better.
Sr. Technical Recruiter – Life Safety & Fire Alarm Industry
For the Fire Alarm Life Safety Industry, we are seeking a Sr. Technical Recruiter who has in-depth understanding of Life Safety and Fire Alarm technical fields, to join our client’s Critical Infrastructure Solutions (CIS) business unit. As part of the Life Safety Group (LSG) within CIS, you’ll work in a team delivering turnkey design-build/design-assist and pre-construction services for Fire Alarm systems including design, construction, installation, commissioning, inspection, service, maintenance, station monitoring, Fire Protection, and specific hazard systems engineering.
Requirements & Details
Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will have the opportunity to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance and be subject to a government security investigation and may meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information.
Work Type: Full-Time
Location: Onsite, Tysons, VA
Travel: Up to 30% travel (job sites, customer sites)
Work Authorization: Must possess U.S. Work Authorization and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship)
Responsibilities
Recruit, develop, and maintain a candidate pipeline for Life Safety, Fire Alarm, and related roles.
Collaborate with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand staffing needs, especially for positions requiring security clearances.
Develop and implement tailored recruitment strategies for life safety roles.
Source talent using job boards, social media, niche platforms, and industry networks.
Evaluate candidates' qualifications, skills, and experience in the fire alarm and life safety industry.
Guide candidates through the security clearance process, assisting with documentation and interviews.
Maintain a strong talent pipeline to meet ongoing and future hiring needs.
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to offer.
Ensure a top-tier candidate experience through timely, clear communication.
Work with HR and compliance to meet OFCCP and other regulatory standards.
Use data to track recruitment metrics and continuously optimize processes.
Required Experience
5+ years in the engineering and construction industry focused on Life Safety & Fire Alarm.
Experience recruiting technical talent in the Fire Alarm and Life Safety sector.
Strong understanding of:
Fire Alarm systems design, construction, installation & commissioning
Fire Alarm inspection, service & maintenance
Station monitoring
Fire protection & specific hazard systems engineering
Experience hiring:
Fire alarm technicians
Safety inspectors
Installers
Fire alarm programmers
Knowledge of PLC, ESS, and FA principles.
Proven success in full life cycle recruiting.
Excellent communication, organization, time management, and prioritization skills.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and creativity.
Preferred Attributes
Integrity: Honest, ethical, and trustworthy
Grit: Resilience and perseverance
Compliance: Follows process and direction
Empathy: Understands the views and needs of others
Social Skills: Able to interact effectively
Relationship Management: Builds productive relationships
Growth Mindset: Always learning and improving
Organization: Keeps tasks and priorities in order
What We Offer
A collaborative team inspired by engineering and innovation.
The chance to grow with a respected industry leader with 75 years of history.
Investment in your development through training and certifications.
Transparent communication from senior leadership and local management.
Physical & Cognitive Abilities
Extended periods working at a computer.
Ability to sit for long durations.
Dexterity for typing and data entry.
Strong listening, reading, and verbal communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
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