Lead Fire Systems Technician

Job Title: Lead Fire Systems Technician

Reporting Relationship: Director of Mechanical Systems

Unit: IWU-Marion

Department: Facilities Management-IWU Marion

Campus Location: Maintenance Building Marion IN

Summary of Position: The primary responsibilities of the Lead Fire Systems Technician are: Provide leadership for the Fire Systems operation within Facility Services Mechanical Systems Division; coordinate and organize daily to monthly work schedules with Director of Mechanical Systems; ensure the provision of uninterrupted quality Fire Systems service and maintenance to the Marion Campus; provide and exhibit sound stewardship practices as pertaining to budgets within the Mechanical Systems Division; monitor and maintain inventories of components and other associated supplies as required for Fire Systems operations and maintenance; and collaborate with other Lead Technicians through weekly leadership meetings with Director of Mechanical Systems.

In addition Monitor and maintain inspection records to meet code requirements for Fire Systems; collaborate with Director of Mechanical Systems on contractor selection for out-sourced inspection and maintenance agreements and serve as liaison with contractors/vendors; and provide training for individuals within the department to provide fire systems inspections repair and basic fire systems information.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide shop level leadership and oversight over daily operations within the Fire Systems Department of the Mechanical Systems division; Implement daily weekly and monthly job schedules to ensure IWU meets all requirements for State and Federal Fire Safety codes
• Assist Director of Mechanical Systems in the development of a Campus Capital Action Plan specifically related to the University Fire Systems assets by identifying future maintenance items with potential budgetary impact of those items
• Daily review monitoring and repair of Building Fire System components as well as assign tasks and supervise student worker pool as necessary
• In coordination with Director: -provide leadership in the procurement of materials supplies equipment and services related to the campus Fire Systems -represent IWU as assigned to internal and external committees boards and agencies in related functions and assignments -assist with internal project development including scope code adherence labor and material estimation budget establishment and oversight -serve as liaison with contractors/vendors
• Receive and carry out special assignments as may be directed by the Director of Mechanical Systems; may be required to work overtime as directed by supervision

Qualifications:According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• High School Diploma as well as certifications listed below

Experience

• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Fire Systems technology including equipment maintenance and repair

Required Skills

• Must be certified in the following area of expertise:
  • Water based suppression systems inspection and maintenance
  • Clean Agent based suppression systems inspection and maintenance
  • Cross-connection Device (Backflow) inspection and maintenance

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU in covenant with Gods reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living teaching and learning which exhibits honor respect and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences our community authentically values each members earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christs commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C. Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.