Sr. Fire Alarm Technician

• Installs repairs services and tests fire alarms in school buildings offices portables and modular classrooms. Guides and coordinates the work of less experienced employees.
• Maintains fire alarm testing and inspection programs and schedules. Ensures fire alarm systems have passed inspection.
• Diagnoses alarm malfunctions. Responds to alarm malfunctions. Performs skilled electrical work.
• Meets with school administrators staff and others regarding fire alarms and related matters. Meets with subcontractors on projects.
• Records and maintains accurate records of work performed time and materials used. Prepares lists to ensure efficient use of parts and supplies to be requisitioned for assigned jobs. Maintains accurate records of inventory of parts and supplies.
• Responds to emergency incidents such as those resulting from fire damage storm damage and vandalism.
• Communicates appropriately and frequently with faculty school administrators supervisor/manager(s) and other employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. Four years of experience in electrical installation repair and maintenance work involving fire alarm systems.

• Possession of a valid class C Maryland drivers license or an equivalent is required.
• Possession of a Baltimore County Electricians License Restricted (Low Voltage) or an equivalent preferred.
• Required licensure must be maintained throughout employment within this classification.

• Knowledge of fire alarms and associated systems. Knowledge of the principles and practices of the installation repair and maintenance of fire alarms and associated systems. Knowledge of the tools equipment and materials used in fire alarm and electrical repair maintenance and installation. Knowledge of electrical and fire codes. Knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Skill in the installation maintenance and repair of fire alarms and electrically operated equipment and appliances. Skill in installing and repairing electrical circuitry and electrical components. Skill in reading and interpreting electrical codes blueprints plans and schematics. Skill in diagnosing and resolving problems with fire alarms. Skill in managing fire alarm projects. Skill in supervising in-house staff and contractors. Skill in communicating effectively. Skill in the use of database spreadsheet and word processing software is preferred.

• The work of this class entails heavy physical labor including frequent walking standing kneeling reaching bending digging lifting and carrying objects of moderate to heavy weight ascending/descending ladders scaffolds stairs and the use of tools and equipment.
• Works in confined spaces in proximity to loud machinery frequently requires accessing and positioning oneself to reach limited access spaces including but not limited to crawl spaces roofs trenches pits manholes attics and tunnels.

• Recognizes exposure to live circuits and/or operating machinery in adverse weather conditions and travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnelandare required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency.

In addition to working the assigned work schedule persons appointed to this class work scheduled overtime and must be available for emergency overtime when the need arises by responding to overtime calls before and after standard scheduled hours of work.

Persons appointed to this class may be requested to work an alternative schedule or shift temporarily as designated by supervisor.

License to drive in the State of Maryland and the ability to drive a pickup truck or van is required.

License(s) required for this position are subject to verification and must be maintained in good and active standing during the duration of employment without lapse. Employees unable to attain the required licensure a lapse or void in valid/active licensure may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Attendance and participation in training and related activities to attain low voltage licensure and/or low voltage work certifications.

Some positions in this class must be physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and must remain physically qualified to operate such vehicles throughout their employment. Persons holding a commercial drivers license (CDL) are subject to alcohol and drug testing in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and Board of Education policy.