Commercial Fire and Life Safety Systems Technician

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What this job involves

Responsible for providing an advanced level of expertise in responding to work orders associated with troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on commercial fire suppression and alarm systems as well as a variety of other life safety equipment and systems. This position also provides response and feedback to customer service requests for corrective action and documentation.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Diagnoses maintains and repairs a variety of fire alarm equipment to include smoke detectors heat detectors visual devices pull stations supervisory devices door relays HVAC relays and related controls

• Diagnoses maintains and repairs a variety of fire suppression equipment to include wet dry and preauction sprinkler systems kitchen hood fire suppression systems sectional valves flow switches sprinkler piping as well as electric and diesel fire pumps

• Act as a subject matter expert for compliance with local state and federal fire / life safety codes and requirements

• Ensure that all portable fire extinguishers and deployed inspected and maintained in compliance with applicable codes

• Help to ensure compliance with the Annual JLL Client Assurance Program assessment to confirm consistency with applicable laws company policies and recognized standards

• Ensure proper maintenance on fire panels amplifiers NAC panels back-up battery banks and related circuitry

• Utilize the building automation system to track building conditions and the operational impact of facilities and production equipment

• Evaluate facility egresses needs and ensures compliance with applicable laws and standards.

• Ensure emergency egress lighting and life safety power systems are in compliance with applicable codes

• Assist lower-level technicians with work assignments and coaches as appropriate

• Create and modify site operations procedures for equipment and recommend facilities reliability improvements

• Ensure preventive maintenance on all Fire / Life Safety and related control systems are performed as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

• Ensure that alarm and suppression system upgrades and installations are performed in accordance with code requirements and manufacturers recommendations

• Utilize strong computer skills to complete and document work as well as communicate with customers and the Client

• Respond and provide service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance with codes regulations site policies and industry standards

• Under general supervision perform tasks that reflect substantial variety and complexity. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

• Recommend measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance

• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems

• Understand company policies and enforce safety regulations

• Safely perform functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis lockout/tagout and wearing PPE as required

• Operate various measuring diagnostic and testing instruments to help provide energy efficiency solutions

• Operate a variety of equipment such as hand tools laptop computers and diagnostic hardware to perform work

• Maintain a strict schedule in order to be successful in the assignment

• Flexible in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer

• Provide adequate response to a variety of facility issues to include plumbing electrical roofing and other carpentry emergencies

• Must have availability to respond to after-hours emergencies on-site only as needed

• Must have ability to read and understand repair manuals specifications drawings and schematic diagrams

• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED

• Basic electrical safety or Qualified Electrical Worker training

• At least 2 years of experience with maintenance & repair of commercial Fire / Life Safety Systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly lift to 50 lbs

• Ability to regularly climb extension ladders roof ladders stepladders and stairs as required during shift

• Have the flexibility to bend/stoop squat repetitive during shift

• Ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift

• Ability to walk extensively throughout the facility for shifts

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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If this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. Were interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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