Electrician I (Fire Alarm Shop)

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Job Summary

Installs maintains operates repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as but not limited to clock systems card access systems security systems fire alarm systems communication equipment and their related devices and performs other related work as required. Employing the use of specialized testing and monitoring diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Contractors Engineers Control Technicians etc. maintaining the building systems integrity. Exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities.

Essential Functions

• Inspects maintains repairs Campus Card Access Fire Alarm Systems Security Systems and their related components including but not limited to electric controls electromechanical controls and computer software programs. Instructs advises and mentors employees and technicians in the operation and maintenance of the above systems.
• Acts as a first responder inspecting testing trouble shooting repairing and initiating repairs on Fire Alarm Systems Card Access Systems Security Systems to Federal state and local codes. This requires using electrical testing electronic testing and microprocessor diagnostic equipment. Interacts with contractors and campus customers relating to the operation maintenance and repair of various security fire alarm clock controls systems and related HVAC control components.
• Provides preventive maintenance services complying with Federal state and local codes on electric electronic and electromechanical work performed in the equipment maintenance history file. Utilizes computer programs that operate maintain and adjust building fire alarm security and card access systems.
• Maintains and develops operational procedural and emergency response standards for the Security System Card Access Fire Alarm Systems and their related equipment. Provides timely systems failure notification and repair response minimizing equipment down time. This requires using microprocessor and diagnostic equipment.
• Assists Engineering staff in drawing reviews inspections and troubleshooting as part of the commissioning of a new Security System Card Access and Fire Alarm System respective equipment upgrades and equipment replacement and associated software support.
• Drives a motorize vehicle around campus to various campus buildings.
• Identifies door access calls and determines if it is mechanical or electrical.
• Drill or cut holes through floors walls or ceilings containing asbestos in performance of work assignments.
• May exercise functional supervision over employees of a lower grade
• Practices and promotes excellent customer service in the workplace and exhibits a clear commitment to the diverse needs of customers.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge Skills Abilities Education Experience Certifications Licensure)

• Current valid Massachusetts Master Journeyman Systems Contractor or Systems Technician Electrical License.
• Possession and maintenance of a current valid Class D Drivers License.
• Asbestos Abatement worker CERT. (within six (6) months of date of hire).
• Department of Public Safety Certificate of Clearance.
• Achieve CCure training (within one (1) year of date of hire).
• Basic knowledge of the Fire Alarm Security and Card Access Systems.
• Ability to provide offshift coverage as requested.
• Thorough knowledge of fundamental principles of electricity and of electronics.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles methods techniques practices materials and tools used in the Security Systems Card Access and Fire Alarm trade.
• Working knowledge of Massachusetts Electrical & NFPA Codes and their applications.
• Working knowledge of the general and unique hazard and safety precautions associated with the Electrical Fire Alarm Security and Card Access trades.
• Ability to read interpret and work from plans sketches and oral instructions.
• Ability to make basic assessments of time and materials required to work assignments.
• Ability to stand and work for long periods of time in enclosed hot moist spaces work with a respirator on climb ladders and work from scaffolding.
• Ability to supervise and instruct helpers in Security System Fire Alarm System and Card Access tasks.
• Ability to maintain accurate records logs etc.
• Skill and knowledge to interpret blueprints schematics elementary diagrams logic diagrams associated with Security Systems Fire Alarm Systems Card Access Systems; the ability to generate implement understand and respond to verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of safety practices preventive maintenance practices and the operation of standard testing equipment.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry objects of 5075 lbs.
• Skill in using the hand power and measurement tools of the trade.
• Skill and ability to work independently and with others
• Experience with computer programs such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to learn and use new programs (i.e. Card Access & Tririga) and to change systems programming as required.

Additional Details

This is a maintenance function which includes overtime returning to work between shifts when directed or called. It is your responsibility to update the service desk with your current phone number.

Work Schedule

TuesdaySaturday; 3pm11pm

Salary Information

Special Recruitment Rate: Grade 17 Step 6.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

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