Company Overview

Established in 1996, LS Systems is a life safety firm that handles consultation, design, construction, and maintenance of fire protection, physical / logical access control, electronic security, and information technology systems for the commercial and government markets. Headquartered in Baltimore, MD, LS Systems supports new and existing customers across the country.

We are a rapidly growing, technology and customer service focused company with a culture that values its employees and quality of work. We are not just looking to fill positions, but to offer challenging careers which will ensure employee loyalty and foster customer service excellence.

For more information, please visit our website at LSSMD.com

Purpose: Provide testing, inspection and maintenance on various types of life safety system, identifying code and non-conformance issues and preparing accurate and timely inspections and reports. Provide top customer service, keeping customers fully informed of the status of their systems and alleviate any concerns they have with their systems’ functionality.

Relationship Building:

• Develop a positive ongoing relationship with new/existing customers to ensure that LS Systems is meeting their requirements to ensure long-term customer loyalty.
• Provide industry knowledge to existing customers.
• Educate customers on the functionality and use of their systems.

Test and Inspections Operations:

• Locate trouble with damaged equipment and/or wiring
• Readjusting equipment, repairing or replacing inoperative equipment and testing for operation in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Testing backup batteries, keypad programming and all feature sin order to ensure proper functioning and to diagnose malfunctions.
• Prepare necessary paperwork including inspection reports and service recommendations.

Teamwork:

• Assist Test and Inspection and Service Departments with meeting customer’s contract inquiries and needs
• Collaborate with members of LSS’ operations team as needed

The successful candidate will have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. Must be independent and self-motivated with a solid history of decision making, taking accountability, demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles to success. Must be capable of taking on a task with minimal instruction and exceeding expectations with strong follow up skills and attention to detail. Must be flexible and adaptable to a fast paced environment and changing priorities.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will be flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment and changing priorities within our organization. Enthusiasm and an outgoing personality are a must!

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in Fire and Security or other major industries
• Strong computer skills including skills in a Google environment, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• NICET Certification preferred
• 3 years experience test and inspections of fire alarms/sprinkler/security systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writing in a pleasant, professional and effective manner.
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong time management skills and work ethic
• Ability problem-solve and adapt to change in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Customer service mindset.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks with a minimum of guidance and oversight.
• Must have a positive attitude, ability to learn quickly, and able to work under pressure.
• Demonstrate and uphold all of LS Systems Core Values, which include integrity, technical excellence, customer loyalty, accountability, leadership and teamwork.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work in variety of conditions including inclement weather, heat and humidity and exposure to dust
• Lift up to 26 pounds
• Drive within the Maryland, Virginia and DC area
• Walk, stand and perform physical activity in adverse field conditions
• Life, push, pull and carry objects.
• Support objects over time without fatigue
• Good manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools
• Climb steps and ladders, stoop, crouch, bend and provide work over head.

Work Authorization/Background Check

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• LS Systems is a drug and alcohol free workplace. Successful candidates will be provided a conditional offer of employment pending the successful completion of a drug test and background check.

AAP/EEO Statement

Life Safety Systems, Inc.(LSS) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, LSS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Life Safety Systems, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of LSS’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

**To be considered for this position, please provide both your resume with salary requirements**