Fire & Security Technician l

Overview

Protects the organization's employees, properties and all items of value on premises from any harm or danger | Develops and/or follows fire and security policies and procedures that comply with government guidelines and standards | Conducts investigations to protect organization assets | Responds to contingency events, including bomb threats, explosions, fires, sabotage and severe weather conditions through on-site security force or with the assistance of government law enforcement agencies

Major Position Responsibilities

• Supports with security and guards buildings, grounds, materials, work sites, or other venues.
• Monitors access controls and security systems and responds to alarms, reports of issues, or requests for assistance.
• Follows required gate-keeping procedures such as verifying visitor credentials, conducting inspections, or preparing paperwork or activity logs.
• Supports emergency response to fires, accidents, and other emergencies to protect people, property, and the environment.
• Assists firefighting teams to control and extinguish fires and safely manage hazardous materials.
• Uses and operates firefighting tools, equipment and apparatus as effectively and safely as possible.
• Assists with fire system inspection, testing and maintenance.
• Prepares post-incident reports as required.
• Must carry a state-licensed firearm

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.  Successfully completed courses in firefighting, security, emergency medical or law enforcement preferred. 
• Must be trustworthy and have excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, display a positive attitude, professional demeanor, and be willing to work within the existing team structure. 
• Ability to work assigned shift work schedule and, at times extensive overtime. 
• Must have excellent work history and compliance with code of business conduct.
• Must be able to operate a motorized vehicle.
• Drivers License and BATFE Required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a State of Florida D License, Security Guard. Must be able to obtain and maintain a State of Florida G License, Armed Security Guard.