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Skookum · 4 months ago

Fire Protection Technician

Colorado Springs, Colorado (USAF Academy)

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$31.79/hr - $31.79/hr

3+ years exp

Skookum Educational Programs DBA Tessera is a national non-profit and government contractor dedicated to creating opportunities for people with disabilities. They are seeking a detail-oriented and safety-driven Fire Protection Technician to support mission-critical infrastructure at the United States Air Force Academy, responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire protection systems in accordance with federal standards.

Employee BenefitsEmploymentHealth CareNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, maintain, and repair fire protection systems including alarms, sprinklers, clean agent systems, and fire pumps

Diagnose and service support systems such as compressors, nitrogen generators, and vacuum air systems

Apply NFPA, UFC, and manufacturer specifications to ensure code-compliant installations and repairs

Conduct obstruction investigations, impairment corrections, and preventive maintenance using CMMS documentation

Operate specialized equipment including boom lifts and confined space entry gear in varied environmental conditions

Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work plans to execute fire system layouts and modification

Qualification

Fire protection systemsNFPA standardsNOTIFIER certificationCMMS platformsClean agent systemsTechnical precisionProfessionalismDetail-oriented

Required

Minimum 3 years of experience in fire protection systems, preferably in military or federal environments

Factory training and certification in NOTIFIER fire systems required

Familiarity with NFPA 25, 72, 2001, and UFC 3-600-01 standards

Experience with clean agent systems (e.g., FM-200, Novec 1230), pre-action, deluge, and foam suppression systems

Proficient in CMMS platforms and formal documentation of inspections and repair

A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance

Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act

Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access

A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position