Senior Fire Systems Technician

Norman, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Located within Facilities Management the Senior Fire Systems Technician provides a safe environment for faculty staff students and guests on the University Campus by maintaining fire protection systems throughout the campus.

Duties:

Maintains diagnoses and conducts minor repairs to electronic fire detection alarm and control systems in all campus buildings.
Assists in coordinating with outside fire alarm and sprinkler contractors to install fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
Conducts mandated inspections and repairs.
Conducts tests inspects and acts as lead technician over technicians and will be required to give training direction job duties and monitor the work performed by other technicians in shop.
Prepares systems for a walk-test during remodel projects and final testing.
Prepares fire alarm systems during fire pumps weekly and monthly fire pump churn tests.
Programs systems to control auxiliary functions.
Oversees and assists on all inspections performed by outside contractors.
Verifies program integrity and readiness.
Make necessary changes to systems to comply with standards set by fir systems shop.
Evaluates diagnoses and troubleshoots system equipment and requires servicing.
Identifies and repots all system discrepancies found during inspections identifies code and non-conformance issues as well as system upgrade opportunities with supervisor.
Acts as field contact for al fire alarm and sprinkler contractors and help organize work by communicating with supervisor.
Recommends to management any field pricing of repairs.
Performs minor fire alarm discrepancy repairs replacement standard maintenance and programming for items identified during testing and inspections.
Responds to emergency service in order to troubleshoot and repair systems.
Documents and files all service activities and enters time worked daily through appropriate reporting tools.
Communicates systems performance to management.
Participates in On-Call rotation to provide 24/7 coverage for emergency service calls for fire system and fire sprinkler systems.
Reads and interprets blueprints diagrams submittals and product manuals to properly program and verify the installation of new systems.
Always be on guard for potential fire safety risks and take notice of any hazards that may affect fire systems performance.
Keeps up-to-date technically by attending workshops and classes as well as reading current technical manuals.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.

Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma GED or Trade School Certificate AND:

60 months in the installation and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems both conventional and addressable.

Skills:

Advanced knowledge of diagnostic tools such as ohmmeters VOMs and manufacturers; software to confirm power-up and operation of system components.
Ability to read and understand blueprints diagrams submittals and product manuals.
Ability to identify problems and discus solutions with management.
Strong customer service skills.
Excellent verbal writen and organizational skills.
Proficient in PC applications and Microsoft Office Suite to include Outlook Word and Excel.
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.

Certifications:

Valid Oklahoma Drivers License to drive University vehicle or ability to obtain an Oklahoma Drivers License within 30 days of hire date.

Physical Requirements:

Musts be able to work in sitting position.
Ability to engage in repetitive motion.
Frequently walks stands and stoops.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Standard office work environment.
May be designated as an essential positionduring emergency closures.
May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.

Department Preferences:

NICET Certification

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Required Attachments

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Required Experience:

Senior IC