Fire Alarm Mechanic

NIKA is hiring for a Fire Alarm Mechanic for a base operations support services contract at the US Coast Guard Base in Kodiak, AK!

Named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post, NIKA is a well-established company that is focused on growth within an entrepreneurial environment. We work with governments to operate and manage their real property. Our operations management, engineering, and project management services provide our customers with the value and expertise to ensure operational readiness for complex and mission-critical facilities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing technical services to the USCG Kodiak on Fire Suppression Systems, including the installation and commissioning of new or expanded systems; performing system modifications as necessary; conducting regular testing and inspections of systems; and performing troubleshooting and repairs as needed.

Required Skills

• 2-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or equivalent in a technical field; or possesses 3-5 years of proven experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields
• minimum of 3 years computer experience/operation and PLC programming.
• Must be able to identify code and non-conformance issues, make recommendations regarding system installations and service/repairs, and have the necessary certifications to perform the tasks independently.
• Ability to pass a background and drug screening.

NIKA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, NIKA takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.