Fire Systems Technician II

Job Description:

Position Summary
A fire systems technician at the Atlanta Airlines Terminal (AAT) Projects fire suppression team provides critical testing inspection servicing preventive maintenance and repair services to our client the Atlanta Airlines Terminal Company (AATC) at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (H-JAIA). These services are provided through work order assignments special project assignments and client requirements consistent with NFPA OSHA the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta Fire Marshal requirements. This position reports to the AAT Project Fire Suppression Superintendent. The AAT Project operates 3 shifts daily on a 24/7/365 schedule. Other work scheduling requirements may also apply to meet client or project requests seasonal weather events or other special conditions. This position reports to the fire suppression superintendent. Essential Job Functions

1. Possesses working knowledge and understanding of fire alarm and suppression systems in commercial institutional aviation manufacturing or similar settings.
2. Completes testing inspection servicing preventative maintenance and repair of all equipment associated with the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airports fire suppression systems (wet dry pre-action and deluge).
3. Works under direct supervision of the fire suppression superintendent and completes work consistent with NFPA the state of Georgia the city of Atlanta Fire Marshal and client requirements.
4. Conducts performance tests on facility wet dry pre-action and deluge systems and records work order information on work performed in the Hexagon Enterprise Asset Management System.
5. Uses cares for and is responsible for tools and equipment used to complete the testing inspections servicing preventative maintenance and repairs to fire suppression systems.
6. Supports the work of outside contractors on behalf of AATC to complete special projects as required by AATC to maintain the operations of the fire suppression systems.
7. Follows safe work practices and safety policies consistent with site Health Safety and Environmental programs and plans required to maintain the fire suppression systems.
8. Manages self to comply with project code of conduct requirements as well as other company policies and procedures required to meet safety and performance requirements.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

1. Working knowledge of wet dry pre-action and deluge fire suppression systems; alarms and special hazard system installations; and system preventative maintenance and testing.
2. Ability to use hand tools power tools and equipment applicable to the testing servicing inspections preventative maintenance and repair of fire suppression systems.
3. Ability to cut thread and hang sprinkler pipe; install new or replace various types of existing sprinkler heads; troubleshoot and complete repairs to air compressors accelerators and motors; respond to and report the location of fire alarms; and perform preventative maintenance on the fire systems.
4. Basic understanding and experience working with low-voltage systems and mechanical aptitude for working with fire system components (gauges valves modules motors compressors etc.).
5. Ability to read and interpret drawings specifications vendor data and technical data sheets etc.
6. Ability to demonstrate general knowledge and work practices consistent with NFPA standards the state of Georgia Fire Code the city of Atlanta Fire Marshal and OSHA safe work practices associated with fire suppression and safety systems.
7. Ability to troubleshoot diagnose and repair wet dry pre-action and deluge systems.
8. Proficient in computer software and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) applications such as Microsoft Office Suite Hexagon Enterprise Asset Management System Maintenance Connection Maximo etc.
9. Familiar with general operations safety practices and policies as well as specific knowledge of procedures and standards applicable to the safe practice of the testing inspection servicing preventative maintenance and repair of fire suppression systems.
10. Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team of fire suppression technicians in the delivery services to the Atlanta Airlines Terminal Company LLC.

Education

1. High School degree or GED with an associates degree is preferred.

Experience Required

1. Six months to one year of experience working in the testing inspection servicing preventative maintenance and repair of fire alarm and fire suppression systems (wet dry pre-action and deluge) with one to three years of experience preferred.
2. Six months to one year of experience working with low-voltage systems is required and three years is preferred.
3. Valid drivers license with the ability to be covered by the companys liability insurance carrier.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Safety is a core value at this company. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety-sensitive labor or services.