Fire Suppression System Mechanic lll

Fire Suppression System Mechanic III – Silverdale, Washington – Non-Exempt – Full‑time – Compensation: $60.54-$60.54/hourly

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.

Tessera is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm System Mechanic III with a professional attitude.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance $11.41/hour
• Health and Welfare Benefit Flex Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays
• Accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment
• Paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

• Test and inspect building water-based fire protection systems.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on fire protection systems to include:
  Deluge, Low-Expansion Foam, Pre-Action, Dry, Water Mist and Water Spray, Pressure-Reducing Valves, and fixtures.
• Adjust, repair, or replace leaky joints, pipes, valves, and other equipment and components to maintain proper and efficient operation of all related fire protection systems.
• Additionally adjust, repair, or replace support systems like compressors, nitrogen generators, and vacuum air systems, valves, and other associated systems, equipment, and components.
• Obstruction and impairments investigation and repair.
• Operate, test, and repair both electric and engine-driven fire pumps.
• Apply all NFPA and UFC/M code requirements during installations, repairs, and maintenance.
• Operate, clean, and maintain required tools and special equipment.
• Operate support equipment like:
  Self Propelled Boom Lifts Test, certify, and repair (if licensed IAW WA state backflow specialty plumber (PL30) backflow assemblies.
• Ensure all requirements are met as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures.
• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded.
• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and repair records.
• Read and understand drawings, work plans and maps.
• Comply with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, Navy installation regulations, and contract safety standards.
• Provides technical guidance and mentoring to other team members.
• Complete work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation accurately and timely.

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Fire Alarm Systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain NICET III certification required.
• Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certification required.
• Backflow specialty plumber (PL30) preferred.

• Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking.
• Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

• A valid state driver’s license is required…