An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.
Fierce Fire Protection Services, LLC is a small Alaska owned company that predominantly serves the Southcentral Alaska region. This means that you won't spend as much time on the road as you would with other companies (though some travel would still be required). We also pride ourselves on a more modern and flexible workplace. Our focus is on providing quality (over quantity) services for our customers in all aspects of life safety systems. These include Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler, Special Hazard Suppression, Fire Extinguisher, Emergency lighting, Gas Detection, and other low voltage systems. Additionally, we hold an electrical administrator license to be able to provide associated high voltage work as well.
Job Description and Duties:
We are looking for qualified candidates that are experienced journeyman interested in obtaining licensing in fire alarm systems. Need to have experience installing fire alarm / gas detection systems with an active IB-Special license. Candidates are required to be self sufficient, self motivated, and detail oriented in performing their duties. Must be capable of performing installations, service calls, and inspections with minimal guidance or oversight as qualifications allow. And possess the technical prowess and communication skills to do so confidently and effectively. Must be quality and detail oriented. We do not believe in rushing our services and we plan accordingly to go above and beyond those that do. Performing these services requires the ability to organize your in person and digital life to a high degree as we perform a lot of tasks on a laptop and smart-phone. Must be capable of managing your assigned jobs from start to finish.
Examples include:
performing inspections, completing reports, presenting findings to customers, and completing repairs. Performing initial service calls and needed follow-ups to complete repairs. Gathering materials for an installation project, performing installation, providing system programming, scheduling final inspection, and completing compliance documentation for job closeout. Must possess a decent knowledge of
IBC, IFC, NFPA
72 and 70, and local codes and the ability to navigate these resources as needed. Typical work week will be 5 8-hour-days or 4 10-hour-days, but can fluctuate based on work/project load.
Education, Training, and Experience:
Must have two years or more experience in the electrical trades or a related field. Must have or be capable of attaining a State of Alaska IB license within 6 months. A current IB-Special with electrical journeyman license would be acceptable if you are willing to gain the experience to attain a IB in the future. Must have or be willing to pass a
NICET II
fire alarm certification. Will be required to attain various manufacturer factory certifications as needed. Possess a decent understanding of basic electrical theory. Knowledgeable in the use of a desktop operating system and office software suite. Must be proficient in evaluating system drawings, schematics, code books, and technical documentation to perform your job duties. Must be proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic/test equipment (multi-meter, etc).
Secondary Qualifications:
Must pass criminal background check. Must have a valid drivers license. Must be reliable and punctual. Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs unassisted. Must be willing to occasionally travel out of town with sufficient notice. Must have a willingness to be flexible with your job duties and willing to help out our other technicians as needed in unrelated trades on rare occasions. Must be safety oriented and willing to address any violations you observe as soon as possible.
Benefits:
Excellent amount of paid time off (includes paid holidays and sick leave); Amount DOE. Highly flexible work environment if you have life events that you would like to attend during normal working hours. This includes the ability to take unpaid time off to a reasonable degree. Excellent medical benefits to include dental coverage. Highly competitive pay; Amount DOE. End of year profit sharing bonuses. Paid training, certification, and professional development classes.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
