Brandon Dechant
Sunrise,FL
Summary
Throughout my 10+ years with Century Fire Protection - Advanced, I have never settled on "good enough". I have always strived to do the best in my life, especially when it comes to my career.
I have always said "The day I stop learning, is the day I die." What I mean by that is that you never stop learning. Especially in this field, with how technology and codes change constantly. There is always something I am learning each day.
I originally started with zero knowledge of the industry as a helper, I then progressed through the ranks and moved into sales. I want to learn all aspects of the industry.
I am a hard-working, dedicated and loyal employee. I am skilled in customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Division 36 Sales and Design
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
Pompano Beach, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Responsible for meeting with new customers to help them achieve a code compliant installation of a New or Remodeled Fire Alarm System
- Responsible for completing custom proposals to meet the customers needs
- Responsible for making sure all information is given to the proper departments once the job is awarded
- Responsible for meeting monthly quotas
- Responsible for designing a rough layout of the system needed to be installed on the particular site
Service Technician
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
Pompano Beach, FL
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Responsible for maintaining a functioning Fire Alarm System for all of our customers
- Responsible for repairing any issues a site may have (missing, shorts, ground fault, alarm, damaged wire, etc.)
- Responsible for making sure that the property stays up to code
New Construction Foreman
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
Pompano Beach, FL
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Responsible for the Installation of all Fire Alarm Equipment per the permitted drawings
- Responsible for completing the project in a timely manner and under budget
- Responsible for coordinating with other contractors to meet the demands of the jobsite
- Responsible for the Programming and Testing of Newly Installed Fire Alarm Systems
- Responsible for making sure my coworkers completed daily tasks in a clean and safe manner
- Responsible for filling out daily reports regarding the status of the job
Systems Integrator
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
Pompano Beach, FL
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Responsible for programming and testing the Fire Alarm Panel
- Responsible for making sure Fire Alarm System operates as the sequence of events shows on permitted drawings
- Responsible for dressing and tagging the panels
- Responsible for making sure all contractors as-builds reflect what is out in the field and that they are submitted to the city
- Responsible for site meetings to discuss any changes to current scope of work
- Responsible for attending all Fire Alarm related inspections
- Responsible for filling out all NFPA Documentation needed to certify a new system
Installation Foreman
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
Pompano Beach, FL
01.2014 - 10.2021
- Responsible for conducting quality installations of Fire Alarm Systems
- Responsible for managing technicians on the site I have been put in charge of
- Responsible for coordinating pre-test of systems with the property as well as inspections with the local AHJ's
- Responsible for ordering the correct material for the site and completing job under cost
- Responsible for maintaining accurate Fire Alarm drawings on site as well as submitting any changes or mark-ups during installation
- Responsible for making sure all work complies with the standards of local code
Installation Helper
Advanced Fire and Security
Pompano Beach, FL
09.2011 - 01.2014
- Assisted my Foreman during construction, retro-fits, service calls, and inspections
- Learned the basics of General Fire Alarm
- Learned common Fire Alarm Codes and regulations for each city worked in
- Learned how to interpret Fire Alarm Blueprints
- Learner how to bend pipe
- Learned how to pull cable
Education
High School Diploma -
American Heritage High School
Plantation, FL06-2009
Skills
- Gamewell FCI CamWorks Certiified
- Gamewell 7075 Certified
- Fire-Lite Certified
- VESDA Certified
- Gas Detection Systems (ECO / XCL Detectors)
- ASPIRE Pipe Layout System Certified
- FASA Certified
- OSHA 30 Hour Certified
- Some Notifier Experience
- Some Bosch Fire Systems Experience
- Basic CAD Software
- American Disabilities Act ADA Compliance
- Equipment Layout Plan
- Client Needs Assessment
- Shop Drawing Review
- Critical Thinking
- Material Requirements Determination
- Construction Work Inspection
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Relationship Building
- Professional Demeanor
- Detail Drawings
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Residential Renovation
- Systems Development
- Multitasking
Certification
- FASA Certified
- VESDA Certified
- ASPIRE Pipe Layout Certified
- FCI Certified
- OSHA 30 Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Division 36 Sales and Design
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
02.2024 - Current
Service Technician
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
09.2023 - 02.2024
New Construction Foreman
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
01.2023 - 09.2023
Systems Integrator
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
01.2022 - 01.2023
Installation Foreman
Century Fire Protection - Advanced
01.2014 - 10.2021
Installation Helper
Advanced Fire and Security
09.2011 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
American Heritage High School
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