Fire Alarm Technician - Life-Safety Systems Expert

The Copper River Family of Companies; Colts Neck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Open leave policy

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Transportation expense account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Copper River Technologies is actively seeking a qualified Fire Alarm Mechanic to support NAVFAC MIDLANT. This on-site role involves installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm and life safety systems across critical facilities.

You’ll diagnose faults, read schematics, and ensure compliance with NEC and NFPA standards. The position requires journeyman experience, NICET or equivalent certification, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license.
• Fire alarm qualification such as NICET or journeyman training.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Journeyman-level experience in electrical, electronic, or fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code and fire alarm standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Diagnose system faults using schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer documentation.
• Coordinate with facility personnel and other trades to resolve issues.
• Respond to emergency and after-hours service calls as required.
• Maintain and update system drawings and inspection records.

Skills

Fire alarm experience

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

NEC knowledge

Electrical/electronic systems

Education

NICET certification

Journeyman training

CPR certification

Job description

Copper River Technologies is actively seeking a qualified Fire Alarm Mechanic to support NAVFAC MIDLANT. This on-site role involves installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm and life safety systems across critical facilities.

You’ll diagnose faults, read schematics, and ensure compliance with NEC and NFPA standards. The position requires journeyman experience, NICET or equivalent certification, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification.