Fire Alarm Technician I - Neuro Expansion

Cleveland Clinic

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and commissioning of fire and life safety systems to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The technician uses electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems and associated peripheral devices, and advises on system malfunctions and operational requirements. The role requires documenting inspections and work performed, following departmental procedures and fire and life safety standard operating procedures, and safely using assigned materials, tools, and equipment while protecting patients, visitors, and caregivers. The technician works with employees, contractors, and end users, adapts to changes in the scope of work, and may perform minor programming after training under the direction of a Fire Alarm Technician II. Work is based at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland, on a night schedule of 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; the role also includes an on-call rotation involving weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
State of Ohio certification for Fire Alarm Detection through the Department of Commerce/Division of State Fire Marshal.
State of Ohio certification for Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems through the Department of Commerce/Division of State Fire Marshal, or ability to obtain it within two years of employment.
State of Ohio certification for Fire Pumps through the Department of Commerce/Division of State Fire Marshal, or ability to obtain it within two years of employment.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
At least four years of experience in electronics and fire alarm systems, including at least two years in an institutional setting.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Ability to use computer applications and/or mobile devices to document field inspections.
Ability to work an on-call rotation involving weekends and holidays.
Ability to perform work while stationary and mobile for extended periods, travel throughout the Cleveland Clinic health system and to outside locations, communicate and exchange accurate information, move or transport items, equipment, and carts weighing up to or more than 100 pounds, inspect equipment, install, repair, and maintain systems and equipment, distinguish colors, and climb ladders.
Follow Standard Precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
Comply with Cleveland Clinic's influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
Undergo controlled-substance testing following an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Fire Protection Engineering Technology/Fire Alarm Systems certification through the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET).
Experience in commercial or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, and commission fire and life safety systems.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures and local, state, and federal codes.
Safely maintain and use assigned materials, tools, and equipment, protecting patients, visitors, and caregivers.
Interact effectively with employees, contractors, and end users, and adapt to changes in the scope of work.
Document and maintain records of inspections and work performed according to departmental policies and warranty or vendor requirements.
Follow fire and life safety standard operating procedures.
Use electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire alarm systems and associated peripheral devices.
Troubleshoot, analyze, and repair system malfunctions, and advise on system malfunctions and operational requirements.
Perform minor programming after training, under the direction of a Fire Alarm Technician II.
Participate in an on-call rotation that includes weekends and holidays.
Perform other duties as assigned.