Fire Alarm System Mechanic

ASRC Federal•Eareckson Station, AK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Communications is seeking an Alarm Systems Installation and Maintenance Technician for our ISS2 contract supporting our Air Force customer. This position is located on Eareckson Air Station. This is a rotational position in which the selected employee will work a schedule with 3 months on shift at a time, 1 month off, at Eareckson Air Station (EAS), located in Shemya, AK. While working on-site housing is provided in the form of a dormitory facility. All meals are furnished through the cafeteria. Transportation to EAS from Anchorage, AK is provided by government sponsored aircraft.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Minimum two (2) years’ experience in inspection and repair of fire alarm, detection, annunciation and suppression systems.
Honeywell Vindicator Certification or obtain within 180 days of hire.
Obtain an interim security clearance and obtain a secret clearance
Current and ability to maintain NICET Level II (AK Class 1B) certification for fire alarm detection and annunciation systems
Current and ability to maintain NICET Level II (AK Class II B) certification for water-based suppression systems
Current and ability to maintain NICET Level II (AK Class III B) certification for special hazards suppression systems
Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and drug test
Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain.
Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must pass a background check, drug screening, fingerprints, and a fit-for-duty physical exam; candidates must be medically cleared for long-term residency in a remote location with limited access to healthcare.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a remote location
Confined space training

Responsibilities

Inspects fire alarm detection and annunciation equipment and replaces defective components
Repair fire alarm systems as required to eliminate all trouble signals
Accomplish recurring scheduled inspections and or maintenance
Respond to all reported troubles and correct system errors
Maintain fire alarm systems per UFC 3-601-2
Tests initiating and signal circuits, detectors, and system transmitter
Makes needed repairs, and checks pressure gauges on suppression system storage containers and recharges or replaces containers
Assure suppression systems are free of corrosion and assure operation
Coordinate and report all system status to station fire chief
Maintain maintenance and inspection computerized records up to date in NFPA required format
Maintain, troubleshoot and repair intrusion detection systems (Vindicator)
Performs related work as assigned.