Trainee Fire Alarm Apprentice Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

The UAF Facilities Services Division of Maintenance is looking for a CT1 Alarms Technician to join our team! This union-represented, apprentice-level position works alongside experienced Crafts & Trades professionals to inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire and security alarm systems throughout the UAF campus.
Under the supervision of the Plumbing, Alarms and Insulation Shop Service Manager, this position assists with routine alarm system maintenance and repairs, equipment identification and documentation, blueprint review, inspections, and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will receive hands-on experience and training while developing their knowledge of UAF's campus alarm systems.
Once trained, this position will participate in an on-call rotation and may be required to work additional hours as operational needs arise.
To thrive in this role, you will need experience performing inspections, testing, and maintenance on alarm systems, with the ability to obtain the required certification or license within one year of hire. The ability to read and interpret blueprints, along with demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of related hand tools and experience working at heights. Candidates should be able to collect equipment data using a variety of methods, anticipate equipment needs, and take effective action based on those findings.
Successful candidate should be able to work cooperatively with others as well as independently and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The ability to follow written and oral instructions is essential. Basic computer skills, along with the ability to learn and use specific computer software and hardware applications, such as a maintenance work order system is essential.
Candidates must be committed to following established safety standards and procedures and performing all work in a safe manner. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups, work successfully as part of a team, and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills is essential. This position also requires the ability to work in enclosed or near-confined spaces.
Preferred:
Have experience in Emergency Power System maintenance
Have Experience in fire sprinkler operation and maintenance
Must be able to pass CJIS clearance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Apprentice level or other equivalent certification appropriate to the electrical or electronics trades; with a minimum of three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in alarms, electronics, CCTV, and/or Access control.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
Position Details:
This is a full-time, non-exempt, union-represented staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.
**All APPLICANTS **
Current University of Alaska Local 6070 employees will be provided priority employment considerations for the first 5 days, when they meet the minimum qualifications for the posted position. Current University of Alaska Local 6070 employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the posting should apply before the review date. However, there is no requirement to be a Bargaining Unit Member in order to apply.
Applications must be received prior to 11:55 PM Alaska time on September 6, 2026, to be considered. Applications received after this time and date may not be considered for this position. To ensure consideration, please apply prior to the review date.

• If an adequate pool of applicants is not received at that time, applications will be reviewed by date received until the position is filled.
• This recruitment is Open Until Filled and successful submission of an application does not guarantee employment.

Salary Information: CT1 /Step 1 $26.43/hr. (See Article 9.2 in the L6070 Collective Bargaining Agreement, Wage Grade Schedule ).
To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE .
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Facilities Services HR Coordinator, at UAF-FSHR@alaska.edu or (907) 474-2657.
This position is represented by the Alaska Higher Education Crafts & Trades Employees (L6070).
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada@alaska.edu .
The University of Alaska ( www.alaska.edu ) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination ( www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination ) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
* Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety . Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu .
UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu .
UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf . Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu .