Fire Alarm System Mechanic Lead - Fort Rucker

MISSION:

The mission of BAC Enterprises is to provide persons with disabilities innovative services and opportunities to achieve personal success.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, provides day-to-day leadership and technical direction for personnel engaged in the inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and modification of fire alarm and fire life safety systems. Ensures fire alarm systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes, contract requirements, and manufacturer specifications. Coordinates daily work assignments while supporting facility readiness and mission operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads work teams by prioritizing, assigning, and coordinating daily work activities.
• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and modification of fire alarm and fire life safety systems.
• Inspects fire alarm systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and contract requirements.
• Troubleshoots fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, and associated system components.
• Performs operational testing and functional verification of fire alarm systems following maintenance or repair activities.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Uses electrical testing equipment, meters, hand tools, power tools, and manufacturer-specific diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains accurate inspection reports, maintenance records, testing documentation, and work orders.
• Coordinates work activities with supervisors, customers, contractors, and other maintenance personnel.
• Assists in monitoring and training Fire Alarm System Mechanics and maintenance personnel; provides technical instruction and reviews completed work.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, company safety policies, and contract requirements.
• Recommends process improvements and equipment upgrades as appropriate.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized work areas.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

• Provides day-to-day work leadership by assigning, prioritizing, and coordinating the activities of assigned personnel.
• Assists with training, mentoring, and technical development of Fire Alarm System Mechanics and other maintenance staff.
• Provides technical guidance and quality oversight of work in progress and completed projects.
• Promotes compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and applicable fire protection codes and standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience inspecting, testing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial or industrial fire alarm systems.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Share Point.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required installation access credentials and security clearances for Fort Rucker, or other assigned government installations.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record that meets BAC MVR requirements.
• Must possess an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry training card or have the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment from an OSHA authorized provider.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• NICET Level II or Level III Fire Alarm Systems Certification.
• Experience supporting military, government, institutional, industrial, or large commercial facilities.
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions in order to perform this job successfully.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of NFPA 72, National Electrical Code (NEC), applicable building codes, and fire life safety regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Knowledge of fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, suppression interfaces, and emergency communication systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronic fire alarm systems using appropriate testing equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to manage workflow, changing priorities, multiple projects, and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, contractors, and coworkers.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and applicable fire protection standards.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES and REGISTRATIONS:

• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry.
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification preferred.
• Valid state Driver's License.

TRAVEL:

No overnight or out-of-area travel is expected for this position. Local movement within various locations will be required to support inspections, meetings, incident response and contract operations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employees must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, for extended periods of time. Duties may include:

• Using fine motor coordination, manual dexterity, and visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors for electrical wiring and components.
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials and equipment.
• Climbing ladders and working at varying heights.
• Working in confined spaces and around mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Performing repetitive physical tasks associated with fire alarm systems installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.

These physical requirements may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed in both office and field environments. Office work is conducted in a climate-controlled setting with routine exposure to normal office noise. Field work is performed at customer sites, mechanical spaces, rooftops, utility areas, and other locations, requiring travel between work sites as assigned.

Employees are regularly exposed to varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, dirt, fumes, noise, and other conditions associated with commercial and industrial maintenance operations. Work may involve exposure to energized electrical systems, hazardous equipment, confined or elevated work areas, and other job-related hazards.

Employees are required to wear and properly use all designated personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all applicable safety policies, OSHA regulations, and company procedures.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Requires manual dexterity, visual acuity, color differentiation, concentration, and the ability to safely operate electrical testing equipment, hand tools, and diagnostic instruments.

AVAILABILITY: Full Time

SALARY: $36.02 per hour

BENEFITS:

• Company Paid Medical insurance for employees.
• Medical Opt-Out & Flex Credit is available for qualified employees.
• 401k plan available for qualified employees.
• Paid Vacation, sick days and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.

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