Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector to ensure the proper functioning of campus automatic sprinkler and fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and codes. The position maintains fire alarms, hood systems, and their components, including troubleshooting malfunctions and completing repairs. It also assists with system records and reports, maintaining equipment and supply levels, ensuring replacement parts are available, and supporting outside contractors performing service work on fire alarm and suppression systems.

The position is full-time, classified, and non-exempt, with eligibility for overtime. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable motor vehicle record. The role may require temporarily working another shift, responding to after-hours emergencies and special events, and fulfilling on-call obligations.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of NFPA regulations, the National Electric Code, OSHA requirements, and general work safety procedures.
• Working knowledge of the theory of operation of various fire protection systems and equipment.
• Extensive journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of fire alarm systems.
• Ability to follow written and verbal communications.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus fire alarms, hood systems, and their components.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and complete repairs.
• Assist in generating and maintaining accurate, timely records and reports concerning fire alarm and suppression system operations, conditions, and repairs.
• Assist in maintaining adequate equipment and supply levels for campus systems.
• Ensure the life safety department has the appropriate types and quantities of replacement parts available.
• Assist with service contracts performed by outside contractors on fire alarm and suppression systems.
• Temporarily work another shift or respond to after-hours emergencies and special events when needed.
• Fulfill on-call obligations and respond promptly to on-call requests in accordance with supervisor expectations.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Health insurance options.
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Balanced Dukes employee wellness and work-life integration resources, events, and support.
• Tuition waiver for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed