Alarm System Mechanic II

ROCK - Alarm System Mechanic II

Perform service-related duties to maintain existing fire alarm systems in a campus setting. This includes system repair and periodic testing & inspections in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, local AHJ requirements, and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 72 & 25) standards.

Essential Duties

• Respond to service requests to maintain/repair existing addressable and conventional fire alarm systems in a campus setting.
• Troubleshooting and resolving system troubles as needed.
• Troubleshooting of FACP components and limited FACP component repair may also be needed
• Replacement/repair of SLC and NAC field devices as needed
• Replacement/repair of SLC and NAC field wiring as needed
• Perform periodic testing and inspections in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, local AHJ requirements and NFPA 72 & 25 standards
• Troubleshooting and repair of any deficiencies noted during periodic testing and inspections
• Work with other fire alarm integrated building equipment as needed. This includes but is not limited to sprinkler systems, HVAC and access control
• Be able to work with and effectively communicate with other contractors as needed.
• Ensures customer satisfaction by continual follow up, effective communication, and 100% final checkout of service orders you are assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Be able to work well within a team and be self-motivated

Ability to work on or learn to work on other low voltage systems such as intrusion, video surveillance, networking & access control

Required Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a NICET II or higher in Fire Alarm or Sprinkler certification programs
• Have 2 years minimum experience working with fire alarm systems
• Must be able to retain an Iowa or Illinois license pertaining to fire alarm maintenance
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must have a safe driving record, as defined by company policy, to operate a company vehicle
• Must successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screening
• Be able to perform frequent bending, squatting, crouching, reaching above shoulders, kneeling, climbing and pushing/carrying of up to 40 pounds
• Be able to be certified for confined space work if needed
• Withstand exposure to cleaning, maintenance and repair products commonly associated with electronics work
• Be able to work at heights from a variety ladders or lift & work near water
• Must be able to work in any inclement weather conditions as needed
• Must be able to work within an on-call rotation and respond within the required timeframe

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.