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Fire Systems Alarm Mechanic

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Questar III BOCES

Castleton-on-Hudson, NY (In Person)

$56,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/8/2026

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Position Title Fire Systems Alarm Mechanic Required Application Type School Related Personnel Salary/Pay Scale $50,000
  • 62,000 Job Description Title
  • Fire Systems Alarm Mechanic (Training Provided) Location
  • 1070 Route 9, Schodack, New York Intro Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can't be done alone.
Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations. We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society. About Build a Career in a Growing Skilled Trade Questar
III BOCES
is looking for a mechanically inclined individual who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, and learning new skills. Whether you have experience in maintenance, construction, automotive work, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, or simply enjoy figuring out how things work, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to learn a specialized trade while working alongside experienced professionals who will provide training and support as you develop your skills. What You'll Do As a Fire Systems Alarm Mechanic, you will work as part of a team that helps keep schools and other facilities safe by inspecting, testing, maintaining, and servicing life-safety systems. Responsibilities include: Testing and inspecting fire alarm systems Completing inspection and service reports using basic computer programs Working directly with school district customers and facility staff Learning industry standards, codes, and best practices through hands-on training What We're Looking For Candidates looking for industry experience and more interested in: Mechanical or hands-on work Eager to learn new skills and develop a career Works well as part of a team Is dependable and takes pride in their work Has good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Communicates professionally with customers and coworkers Can work independently once trained Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Valid New York State Driver's License Basic computer skills Experience using hand tools Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Helpful, But Not Required Experience in any of the following areas is a plus: Maintenance or facilities work Construction trades Automotive repair Electrical work HVAC systems Fire alarm systems Fire extinguisher maintenance Kitchen hood suppression systems Schedule This position involves working at multiple client locations throughout the Capital Region using company-provided service vehicles. Most work is performed during second shift hours: 2:00 PM
  • 10:30 PM.
Local travel using company vehicles is required.
Compensation:
$50,000
  • $62,000 plus benefits Why Questar
III BOCES?
At Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams, and accomplishing together what cannot be done alone. We are committed to excellence, service, innovation, and supporting the growth of our employees. If you're mechanically inclined, motivated to learn, and interested in building a long-term career in a specialized field, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start building a career in the life-safety industry. This is a great opportunity — don't miss out — apply now! For more information on Questar III BOCES and our programs, please visit www.questar.org. Email a resume with a cover letter to employment@questar.org Be sure to include Fire Systems Alarm Mechanic in the subject line of your email. This position will remain open until filled. Questar III prefers an online application, please apply below. Job Category Operations, Maintenance, Health & Safety Job Location Instructional Support Center