Alarm Technician

Multnomah County•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Do you hold a State of Oregon Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class A (LEA) license? Do you have experience with commercial fire alarms, access control, or security systems? Then consider joining Multnomah County’s Facilities and Property Management team as an Alarm Technician! You'll help keep our 160 County buildings running smoothly. As the go-to person for limited energy systems, you'll tackle tasks independently and collaborate with other teams, contractors, and clients to improve systems and solve problems.

Requirements

Completion of the 12th grade or equivalent education AND Three (3) of experience at the journey level working with commercial fire alarm, access control, or security systems including the design, programming, repair, and testing of such systems.(Equivalency 4 years of qualifying training and/or experience).
Requires a State of Oregon Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class A (LEA) License.
This position requires a valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain CJIS Authorization, should a job offer be extended.

Nice To Haves

Experience in servicing electronic equipment.
Electronic-related coursework in basic electronics.
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) certification.
Experience in large, complex, integrated building systems, such as Notifier, Kantech, and DSC.
Advanced troubleshooting and high-level programming experience.

Responsibilities

Design, layout, install, repair, program and upgrade electronic systems and equipment in accordance with regulations, codes, and the needs of the facility. These systems include: A) fire detection, B) intrusion detection, C) access control including employee photo identification, and D) other low-voltage systems, such as nurse/jury call systems and duress (panic) alarms.
Perform fire alarm inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with NFPA Chapter 14.
Create and maintain tracking databases for Countywide alarm system users including remote monitoring and employee photo identification.
Study and interpret blueprints and specifications.
Keep accurate records, provide reports of work performed, and document system design and any changes for future work and services.
Drive a County vehicle during work hours.

Benefits

employer-funded retirement savings
health, vision and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
paid parental leave
wellness programs
a focus on work-life balance
paid holidays
optional overtime
shift flexibility
life insurance
long term disability insurance
TriMet pass
employee assistance program
designated shift options in the current IBEW labor contract
generous paid time-off
sick leave
no mandatory OT unless there is a major event
potential to drive a County vehicle home
the possibility of working a hybrid telework schedule