Fire Services Technician
Amarillo, TX - USA
Job Summary
Location: Amarillo TX
Job Title: Fire Services Technician
Organization: North Zone Maintenance ()
- Operates equipment and system components associated with: fire protection systems including water supplyreservoir pump stations distribution piping through the High-Pressure Fire Loop control valves fire alarm control
panels and building riser/sprinkler systems. - Operates instruments & controls and computerized equipment associated with Fire Protection Systems and Equipment in a controlled and safe manner to obtain desired results.
- Analyzes blue prints schematics and drawings of fire alarm and/or other related electrical systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems. Coordinates with assigned
Supervisors and/or other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently. - Evaluates performance and condition of equipment by reviewing data performing operational checks and observing equipment.
- Diagnoses causes of electrical and water problems or failures in assigned systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems to repair.
- Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions taking appropriate action and/or comply with plant standards.
- Inspects electrical and water fire alarm systems and their components for the purpose of evaluating condition identifying necessary repairs and doing preventive maintenance.
- Installs electrical system components as assigned (e.g. panels audible/visual alarms pull stations detectors etc.) for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded system capabilities.
- Monitor the fire alarm systems work of outside contractors (e.g. new plant facilities fire system upgrades/expansions major remodels etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the projects are satisfactory completed and within plant site regulations and specifications. Works in a safe intelligent manner using adequate forethought before taking action.
- Keeps supervisor advised of operating conditions status and requirements.
- Follows controlled procedures and completes required reading assignments necessary for the safe and controlled operation of Fire Protection Systems and Equipment.
- Prepares written materials for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information and completes Round/Tour Sheets and checklists associated with operations activities.
- Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repairs.
- Adheres to Safety and Security regulations.
- Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
- Transports a variety of tools equipment and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
- Maintains assigned work locations and equipment to required standards.
- Cleans equipment building equipment rooms and adjacent outside areas as assigned.
- Maintains assigned work locations and equipment to required standards.
- Reports operating difficulties as they occur expedites necessary corrective action to maintain operation.
- Adheres to Environmental Safety and Security regulations.
- Follows Plant policies and standard operating procedures
- Keeps supervisor advised of operating condition status and requirements.
- Responsible for maintaining a knowledge of applicable Federal State Department of Energy (DOE) Corporate and Plant rules regulations Labor Agreements and Plant-wide operating policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Required to attend and/or successfully participate in meetings; attend seminars and complete training classes as determined by Organizational Development and Training through General Employee Training (Reference DOE
Order 5480.19) and Management for the purpose of gathering and conveying information required to perform job functions. - In their scope of responsibility for maintaining a safe and effective work environment personnel have the obligation and authority to suspend operations under their responsibility if in their judgment the health and safety
of employees is endangered and/or adverse impact on the environment is likely (Reference: MNL-352253).
- Must be able to perform all duties and functions outlined above.
- Must meet initial employment requirements.
- Must be able to read write and comprehend applicable written and/or oral instructions.
- Must be able to prepare and maintain accurate records.
- Must be physically fit to perform the above job functions as determined by Medical Evaluation.
- Must have a minimum of two years experience with mechanical electrical or facility fire protection operations related to the functions to be performed. The experience can be proven by completion of a related vocational
school craft experience in a related field utility operating experience at a municipal commercial or industrial facility other hands-on mechanical electrical or fire systems work or a combination of the preceding. This
experience includes the ability to analyze operating problems and take necessary corrective action to ensure safe operations of fire protection systems. - Must attend and successfully complete Fire System Qualification Classes.
- Must be able to attend training classes and become certified and knowledgeable in the safe handling of hazardous waste chemicals substances and materials and adhering to safety practices as determined by Training and Development Technologies and Line Supervisor.
- Must be able to operate equipment used in the repair and maintenance of electrical and water pipe systems.
- Must be capable of working alone.
- Must be able to work in hot cold and other inclement outdoor ambient conditions.
- Must be proficient in reading prints. Must have a valid State Motor Vehicle Operators License.
- All qualifications work history training and education will be verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documentary proof. Ability to perform the functions and responsibilities involved will be determined by
comprehensive interview and background evaluations. - Must be able to perform single technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
A High School Degree or equivalent and two years job-related experience is required.
In addition to the above requirements the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e. Baccalaureate in engineering or related science 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following the interim newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)
Lifting or carrying less than 51 pounds (or specify # of pounds 40)
Straight pulling or pushing (1hours/day)
Reaching above shoulder level
Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
Repetitive fine finger dexterity
Walking (2hours/day)
Standing (2hours/day)
Crawling (2hours/day)
Kneeling (2hours/day)
Balancing (2hours/day)
Climbing with legs only (stairs)
Climbing with arms and legs (ladders etc.)
Operation of motorized vehicle
Normal far vision in at least one eye correctable to 20/40 (20 feet)
Near vision (must be able to read computer screen manuscript book etc at approximately 13-16 inches from the face)
Depth perception (ability to tell how close or far an object is)
Must demonstrate practical ability to differentiate colors
Good hearing
No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
Ability to use small tools
Ability to perform safety-sensitive duties
- Works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces
- Works out of doors
- Ladders or scaffolding
- Shift work-specify-Swing/Graves
- Hands in water
- Isolated work assignment
Required Experience:
IC