Fire Alarm Mechanic

The Copper River Family of Companies; New Jersey; On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Copper River Technologies is seeking a qualified Fire Alarm Mechanic to install, inspect, test, and repair fire alarm and life safety systems for NAVFAC MIDLANT. You will diagnose issues, maintain documentation, and provide guidance to junior staff in a hands-on, on-site role.

The position requires journeyman-level experience with electrical/electronic systems, NICET or equivalent credentials, and knowledge of NEC and schematics. Valid driver’s license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license.
• NICET or comparable fire alarm credential or journeyman training.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Journeyman-level experience in electrical/electronic or fire alarm systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical/electronic systems.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with fire alarm systems and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Work with master fire alarm systems, control panels, annunciators, devices, and detectors.
• Diagnose faults using schematics and manufacturer docs.
• Perform functional and operational testing of systems.
• Identify and repair wiring, circuits, and panel issues.
• Replace defective detectors and components.
• Maintain system drawings and maintenance records.
• Coordinate with facility personnel to resolve issues.
• Provide guidance to trainees and respond to after-hours calls.

Skills

Driver's license

NICET or equivalent credential

CPR certification

Electrical/electronic/fire alarm hands

Electrical code knowledge

Reading schematics/diagrams

Education

Fire alarm/fire protection credential (NICET, journeyman)

Tools

Fire alarm control panels

Job description

Copper River Technologies is seeking a qualifiedFire Alarm Mechanic to help protect critical facilities, personnel, and property as a Fire Alarm Technician supporting Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Mid-Atlantic (NAVFAC MIDLANT). In this hands-on role, you’ll perform the installation, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm and life safety systems. You’ll work independently to diagnose system issues, restore equipment to proper operation, and ensure fire alarm systems remain reliable and compliant with applicable requirements.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Install, inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Work with master fire alarm systems, fire alarm control panels, annunciators, initiating devices, notification appliances, detectors, modules, circuits, and associated equipment.
• Diagnose fire alarm system faults and malfunctions using schematics, wiring diagrams, testing equipment, and manufacturer documentation.
• Perform functional and operational testing of fire alarm systems and components.
• Identify and repair wiring, circuit, device, panel, and system-level issues.
• Replace defective detectors, modules, notification appliances, control components, wiring, and other fire alarm equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to keep systems operational and reliable.
• Maintain and update fire alarm circuit drawings, system documentation, inspection records, and maintenance records.
• Verify proper system operation following repairs, testing, and adjustments.
• Coordinate with facility personnel and other trades as necessary to troubleshoot and resolve fire alarm system issues.
• Provide technical guidance to junior employees and trainees when assigned.
• Respond to emergency and after-hours fire alarm service calls as required.
• Perform limited electrical work associated with fire alarm systems and related life safety equipment.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Licensure:
  • Valid state driver's license
• Education and Certification:
  • A recognized fire alarm or fire protection qualification, such as NICET, journeyman training, or a comparable credential
  • CPR certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification
• Required Experience:
  • Journeyman-level experience in electrical, electronic, or fire alarm systems
  • Experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic systems
• Required Skill and Competencies:
  • Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
  • Journeyman-level experience in fire alarm systems, fire alarm maintenance, or electrical/electronic systems, with significant hands-on fire alarm experience.
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, testing, repairing, and maintaining commercial or industrial fire alarm systems.
  • Working knowledge of fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, circuits, and associated components.
  • Knowledge of applicable fire alarm codes, standards, and maintenance requirements.
  • Preferred: Familiarity with UFC 3-601-02, NFPA 72, and NFPA 25
• Physical Requirements:
  • This is an on-site, hands-on position that may involve working outdoors, in equipment rooms, confined spaces, and at various heights. You should be comfortable lifting up to 40 pounds, climbing ladders, working in tight spaces, and using appropriate personal protective equipment. The role may involve exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, dust, and electrical hazards
  • Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods.
  • Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Additional Requirements
  • Employees must be available to work at assigned sites within their commuting area and may be required to support emergency operations, including after-hours callouts and essential personnel duties
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment and annual physical examination

Position Pay Range

$32.56 - $32.56 USD

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in The Copper River Family of Companies’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

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