Technician Fire Systems

Reports To: Fire Systems Supervisor

Duty Days: 260 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: A07 8HR

Date Revised: 09-2024

Qualifications:

College hours high school diploma or GED

Texas Drivers License

Fire Alarm Technician License

Fire Extinguisher License Type B (FEL-B) or must obtain within one year of employment.

Physically able to lift 50 pounds

Ability to climb ladders and work at high elevations

Ability to read write and speak English proficiently

Primary Purpose:

Help maintain the physical school plant in condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assume responsibility to make repairs to all electronic fire alarm safety systems in facilities owned and operated by the district.
2. Ability to use electronic test equipment to diagnose and repair fire alarm systems kitchen hood suppression systems and fire sprinkler systems.
3. Assist in coordinating inspections on all fire alarm systems kitchen hood suppression systems and fire sprinkler systems.
4. Perform repair and/or new work as requested on approved work order request.
5. Assist other craft persons when requested by supervisor.
6. Assist with emergency response to all fire safety systems operated by the district.
7. Take all safety precautions related to all trades and report to Maintenance Supervisor any hazardous situations.
8. May be required to work overtime or alternative work schedules.
9. Coordinate Fire Marshal inspections.
10. Attend CEU training to maintain licenses.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Multimeter ohmmeter oscilloscope and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe benders and threaders; hand and power tools (saw drills etc.); trencher; jackhammer; concrete saw; ladder. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual walking standing climbing stooping bending kneeling reaching and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions around electrical power lines outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent districtwide travel.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Required Experience:

IC