Fire Alarm System Mechanic II
Fire Alarm System Mechanic II
Location: Oak Harbor, Washington (Naval Air Station Whidbey Island)
Type: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
Compensation: $49.87 - $49.87/hour ($5000 sign on bonus)
Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
Full-Time benefits of a Fire Alarm System Mechanic II at Skookum include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Health and Welfare Benefit ($6.70 per hour worked)
- Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
- 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
- Potential shared earning bonus
- Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
- Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
- Verizon wireless discount
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
Skookum is seeking a dedicated and proactive Fire Alarm System Mechanic II with a positive attitude.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Test and inspect building water-base fire protection systems.
- Test fire related backflow assemblies. Work towards qualifying as a WA state backflow specialty plumber (PL30).
- Perform scheduled maintenance on fire protection systems to include: AFFF Deluge, Low-Expansion Foam, Pre-Action, Dry, Water Mist and Water Spray, Pressure-Reducing Valves, and fixtures.
- Assist in adjustment, repair, or replacement of leaky joints, pipes, valves, and other equipment and components to maintain proper and efficient operation of all related fire protection systems. Additionally adjust, repair, or replace support system like compressors, nitrogen generators, and vacuum air systems, valves, and other associated systems, equipment, and components.
- Obstruction and impairments investigation and repair.
- Operate, test, and repair both electric and engine driven fire pumps.
- Apply all NFPA and UFC code requirements during installations, repairs, and maintenance.
- Limited knowledge on how to operate Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP) to perform required maintenance.
- Operate, clean, and maintain required tools and special equipment.
- Operate support equipment like: Self Propelled Boom Lifts
- Ensure all requirements are met as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures.
- Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded.
- Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.
- Assist in maintaining preventive maintenance and repair records.
- Read and understand drawings, work plans and maps.
- Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Fire Alarm System Mechanic is preferred.
- Must be able to use hand tools, power tools and appliances required for the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures and pipes.
- Must be able to follow maintenance instructions, service and diagnose systems, and complete repairs.
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 300+ pounds.
- May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
- Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
- Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
Requirements:
- A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
- NICET II Level II in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems certification required.
- Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certification required within 1 year.
- Backflow specialty plumber (PL30) recommended.
This position is represented by IUOE, Local 302.
