Electrician (Fire Alarm Mechanic)

The Copper River Family of Companies • Great Lakes, IL

20h • $31 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Coho Technology Solutions is seeking an experienced Electrician (Fire Alarm Mechanic) to install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire alarm systems and associated electrical and electronic equipment at NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic facilities in Great Lakes, Illinois. The role supports the reliability, safety, and operational readiness of complex fire alarm systems, including master alarm panels, control consoles, detection devices, alarm circuits, monitoring equipment, and related wiring and components.

The electrician performs electrical maintenance and repair independently, using technical judgment to determine appropriate repair methods, tools, and materials, and may provide guidance to trainees and junior personnel. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, in varying weather and potentially challenging or hazardous environments. The role may include essential-personnel duties, assignments at other NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic locations within the commuting area, and rotational on-call response to after-hours emergencies within two hours.

The position pays $30.75–$32 per hour. Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements; eligibility may vary by position.

Requirements

• Valid state driver's license.
• Meet and maintain at least one qualifying Fire Protection Systems (FPS) requirement: a recognized journeyman- or craftsman-level fire protection systems qualification, such as NICET; a recognized journeyman- or craftsman-level fire alarm qualification through a formalized labor organization-based training program or equivalent; or a state or local jurisdiction electrical/fire alarm qualification or license, including applicable continuing education requirements.
• Experience installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm systems and associated electrical equipment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain mandatory CPR certification.
• Journeyman-level experience and working knowledge of electrical, electronic, and fire alarm systems.
• Working knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, circuit principles, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of electrical testing instruments and diagnostic equipment.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to troubleshoot open circuits, short circuits, intermittent electrical faults, and electronic system malfunctions.
• Ability to independently lift and carry up to 40 pounds; heavier items must be lifted with assistance.
• Ability to pull or lift heavy electrical cables using appropriate equipment or assistance.
• Ability to climb ladders, poles, towers, and scaffolding and work at elevated heights, including from bucket trucks.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, trenches, manholes, equipment rooms, and other physically demanding environments.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach while performing maintenance and repair activities.
• Normal vision is required.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and in environments that may involve extreme temperatures, high noise, dust, dirt, grease, oil, fumes, or poor ventilation or illumination.
• Ability to work at other NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic locations within the established commuting area as operationally required.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of UFC 3-601-02, Operations and Maintenance: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA 72 and NFPA 25 standards.
• NICET certification or an equivalent journeyman-level fire alarm system qualification.
• Experience working with complex, integrated fire alarm systems and electronic control panels.
• Experience performing electrical maintenance in commercial, industrial, or government facilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire alarm systems and associated electrical and electronic equipment.
• Maintain and repair master fire alarm systems, control consoles, alarm panels, monitoring equipment, and transmitting devices.
• Inspect, test, adjust, and repair fire alarm components, including smoke and heat detectors, fire bells, sprinkler switches, alarm boxes, and auxiliary circuits.
• Diagnose electrical and electronic malfunctions by tracing circuits, isolating defective components, and repairing or replacing damaged equipment.
• Troubleshoot master alarm circuits, underground cables, control panels, backup recording systems, and related electronic components.
• Install, modify, and maintain electrical systems, fixtures, controls, conduit, wiring, connections, and associated equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable route drawings, and technical manuals.
• Perform electrical testing and diagnostics using multimeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, cable fault-locating equipment, and other specialized instruments.
• Repair or replace circuit boards, relays, switches, wiring, and other electrical and electronic components.
• Maintain accurate fire alarm circuit drawings and document system modifications, inspections, testing, and repairs.
• Perform operational testing and system adjustments to verify proper equipment functionality and system performance.
• Follow established work orders, technical instructions, applicable codes, and safety procedures.
• Determine appropriate repair methods, tools, and materials while exercising sound technical judgment and working with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical guidance and demonstrate safe work practices to assigned trainees and junior personnel.
• Perform additional electrical maintenance and repair duties as assigned.
• Complete required pre-employment and annual physical examinations.
• Participate in a rotational on-call schedule and respond to after-hours emergencies within two hours when required.
• Report for duty during emergencies, severe weather events, or other critical situations if designated essential personnel.
• Use required personal protective equipment properly.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare and dependent care.
• Health Savings Account for the high-deductible medical plan.
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match.
• Open leave policy and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Transportation expense account.
• Employee assistance program.
• Other additional benefits; eligibility depends on employment classification and applicable contract requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed