Fire Alarm System Mechanic
Company: Fortis Native Group
Role summary
Fire Alarm System Mechanic is a role at Fortis Native Group in San Diego, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-06. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Fire Alarm System Mechanic
- Company
- Fortis Native Group
- Location
- San Diego, California, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Trades & Construction
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-06
Job description
Fortis Native Group is hiring a full-time Fire Alarm System Mechanic for our Southern California contract supporting NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO. Mechanic will Respond to Service Calls, troubleshoot devices such as fire alarm panel and riser systems, repair non-functioning fire alarms and suppression systems and restore them to original functionality or replace them if necessary. You will plan, perform, and coordinate periodic inspections, tests, and repairs of complex fire alarm systems to include Fire Alarm Controls, Water Based Suppression Systems, Special Hazards Systems (Wet Chemical Fire Suppression, Clean Agent Fire Suppression, Water Mist Fire Suppression Systems). You will prepare related records and reports.
Responsibilities include:
Review drawings, specifications, codes, and standards.
Conduct installation activities.
Perform troubleshooting and repairs of Fire Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems.
Determine the scope of an inspection assignment involving interfaces with other systems.
Inspect and repair fire alarm system to include, fire alarm panels, pull stations, bells, mini-horns, troubleshooting, Backflow prevention, Piping sprinkler water supply, Fire Risers and related suppression system equipment, & replace batteries as needed.
Inspect and test fire alarm and suppression systems to the prescribed standards.
Survey a system to identify types of devices, fire alarm system interfaces, potential problems, and existing documentation.
Determine the presence of other fire protection and building systems, and device locations.
Coordinate inspection and testing AHJ’s prior to and during the inspection.
Coordinate testing with other trades and specialties as needed.
Inspect Interfaces and Specialized Equipment
Test Functionality of Specialized and Interfaced Equipment and Circuits
Supervising the work of other fire alarm and suppression technicians as needed.
Creating monthly, quarterly & annual reports for fire alarm and suppression systems in a timely manner to meet client needs.
Water-based systems layout
Fire alarm systems inspection
Qualifications :
Must be a U.S. Citizen
High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of work experience in the inspection and periodic testing of water-based fire protection systems.
Water-based systems installation, service, maintenance, and/or acceptance testing
Governmental enforcement of inspection and testing requirements for water-based systems
Must have a functional knowledge of all aspects of NFPA 25 and other applicable codes and regulations
NICET I / NICET II Certification
Preferred Qualifications:
College degree or other certifications in related field desired.
Prior experience working with Federal contracts.
Former Mechanical technician experience.
OSHA 30 General Industry Certification
PCI Federal Services (PCIFS) and its subsidiaries is an equal-opportunity employer. PCIFS does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or identity, Veterans or Disability status.
Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates
in accordance with applicable federal law.