Life Safety Systems Specialist

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Job Title:

Life Safety Systems Specialist

Department:

Administration and Planning | FOD Operations HVAC Systems: Fire Systems

The Life Safety Systems Specialist position is responsible for the monitoring, inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair of fire extinguishers, and fire/smoke dampers as required. Annually performs fire extinguisher maintenance including conductivity test of all carbon dioxide hose assemblies, ensure extinguishers are in proper operating condition, safety seats, tags, and pressure gauge reading. Identify 5-year and 6-year required certifications on fire extinguishers and replace with newly certified extinguishers. Perform 4-year requirement of fire damper inspection and testing scope. Read blueprints and drawings. Maintains records by documenting service and repair. Inspects and evaluates campus life safety systems and related safety equipment. Provides hands on support during fire systems inspection and testing, and operational and technical support to maintenance shops.

Communicates and works with customers, contractors and other staff in a professional, positive manner, and trains co-workers. Maintains data bases and records as required, performs other duties as assigned, works 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, subject to changes in shift, hours, days and/or location as operations dictate. Operates departmental vehicles; may work overtime. Subject to 24-hour call. Will require successful completion of a criminal background check.

Required: High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be required. Associate degree in relevant field may be preferred. 2 years of relevant experience required. 4-6 years of relevant experience preferred.

Desired: Minimum 100 hours training in operating electrical tools and equipment (or 1 month exp.); 1 course in electrical/mechanical systems (or 1 month exp.); Fire Systems Certification and /or equivalent combination of education or experience; valid driver's license; computer literacy.

Additional Information:

The Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $20.02 - $26.33 per hour

Function – Facilities, Engineering and Acquisition

Sub Function – Facilities Operations

Band – Individual Contributor - Technical

Level – T3 Senior

Location:

Maintenance Building (0078)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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