FIRE ALARM SYSTEM MECHANIC
Chugach Government Solutions, Corridor North, MD, United States
Job Overview
The Fire Alarm System Mechanic inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs installed fire alarm detention and suppression systems in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and National Fire Protection Association standards. The mechanic inspects fire alarm equipment visually, replaces defective components, tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors, and system transmitters, makes needed repairs, checks pressure gauges on suppression system storage containers, and recharges or replaces containers.
Pay Rate: $43.38 hourly
Work Model:
Onsite
Responsibilities
Performs the Fire Alarm duties necessary to maintain buildings and structures in good repair.
Works with other Mechanics to share specialized skills and experience related to fire systems maintenance and repair. Incumbent may be required to assist the Sprinkler Team on occasions.
Performs installations, inspections, periodic tests, maintenance, and repairs of installed fire alarm detection and suppression systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and NFPA.
Inspects fire alarm equipment visually and replaces defective components.
Tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors, and system transmitters, and makes needed repairs.
Testing and inspecting of the Fire Extinguishers.
Plans and lays out work from blueprints, drawings, models, and verbal and written instructions.
Uses a variety of hand tools, portable power tools, and standard measuring instruments.
Plans, organizes work, and meets all deadlines. Able to do a variety of tasks in any single day.
Submits and supports outage requests as required, including working an alternate schedule.
Responds to emergency site maintenance as required.
Inspects and diagnoses problems to determine corrective repairs.
Performs on-call and preventive maintenance duties as necessary.
Performs periodic inventories and prepares material requisitions for replacement items as required.
Operates customer and company motor vehicles and/or other equipment in a safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
At least two (2) years of experience actively working on fire alarm and suppression systems. Demonstrate competency in these areas.
Possess or obtain a NICET I in Fire Alarm Systems within twelve (12) months of hire date.
Possess or obtain a NICET II in Fire Alarm Systems within eighteen (18) months of hire date.
Mature judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
U.S. Citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required intelligence community level clearance.
Ability to pass pre-hire background and drug screen.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Reasonable Accommodation
CGS will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Chugach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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The Fire Alarm System Mechanic inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs installed fire alarm detention and suppression systems in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and National Fire Protection Association standards. The mechanic inspects fire alarm equipment visually, replaces defective components, tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors, and system transmitters, makes needed repairs, checks pressure gauges on suppression system storage containers, and recharges or replaces containers.
Pay Rate: $43.38 hourly
Work Model:
Onsite
Responsibilities
Performs the Fire Alarm duties necessary to maintain buildings and structures in good repair.
Works with other Mechanics to share specialized skills and experience related to fire systems maintenance and repair. Incumbent may be required to assist the Sprinkler Team on occasions.
Performs installations, inspections, periodic tests, maintenance, and repairs of installed fire alarm detection and suppression systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and NFPA.
Inspects fire alarm equipment visually and replaces defective components.
Tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors, and system transmitters, and makes needed repairs.
Testing and inspecting of the Fire Extinguishers.
Plans and lays out work from blueprints, drawings, models, and verbal and written instructions.
Uses a variety of hand tools, portable power tools, and standard measuring instruments.
Plans, organizes work, and meets all deadlines. Able to do a variety of tasks in any single day.
Submits and supports outage requests as required, including working an alternate schedule.
Responds to emergency site maintenance as required.
Inspects and diagnoses problems to determine corrective repairs.
Performs on-call and preventive maintenance duties as necessary.
Performs periodic inventories and prepares material requisitions for replacement items as required.
Operates customer and company motor vehicles and/or other equipment in a safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
At least two (2) years of experience actively working on fire alarm and suppression systems. Demonstrate competency in these areas.
Possess or obtain a NICET I in Fire Alarm Systems within twelve (12) months of hire date.
Possess or obtain a NICET II in Fire Alarm Systems within eighteen (18) months of hire date.
Mature judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
U.S. Citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required intelligence community level clearance.
Ability to pass pre-hire background and drug screen.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Reasonable Accommodation
CGS will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Chugach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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