Fire Alarm Technician

Georgetown University

2d • $26 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Fire Alarm Technician, Fire Systems Shop - Georgetown University. The Fire Alarm Technician is responsible for working independently to maintain, repair, service, modify, test, troubleshoot, and replace fire/life safety equipment throughout Georgetown University facilities. This position has been designated as essential personnel, and as such will be expected to report to work or work extra time even if the University is officially closed during emergency situations, such as inclement weather. Non-exempt employees will receive overtime if appropriate. The incumbent will report to the Director of Engineering and will be directed on a day to day basis by the fire systems shop manager; additionally, will liaise with the university fire marshal, GUPD, facilities management, and project management as necessary to provide essential system information and status. The incumbent will collaborate with project management, facilities management, and building occupants for coordination/execution of activities as directed. Applicant must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing on matters concerning fire protection and life safety systems in regards to testing of system applications, reporting on system conditions, conveying mitigation options for impaired systems and other complex technical issues.

Requirements

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must have an in-depth knowledge of electronic theories and practices as they apply to one or more complex integrated fire protection systems.
• Professional knowledge of such applications as digital or analog computers, fire and smoke detection and alarm sensor and display devices is required.
• Professional knowledge of National Fire Protection Association standards, other related codes and standards, and have the ability to effectively interpret codes to meet required fire detection & fire suppression design criteria and standards to perform required inspection, testing and maintenance work.
• Related experience in low voltage systems and building electrical systems.
• Academic Level: High School Diploma
• Must possess at least 3 years of prior fire alarm systems experience, including alarm and detection, notification, sprinkler monitoring, and relayed interfaces and controls for other building systems.
• Incumbent must pass the NICET level I Exam for fire alarm systems within 12 months of hire.
• Must be physically capable of making repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms, as parts of systems worked on are in a hard-to-reach place.
• Requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Work is done inside and outside, and can be dirty, dusty, and greasy.
• Occasionally, makes repairs in areas where bad smelling fumes are present.
• Has frequent exposure to the possibility of scrapes, burns, and infections.
• Potential exists to work around hazardous materials and permit required confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the operation fire protection systems and analyzes system alarms to take necessary steps for ensuring continuity of fire alarm system coverage.
• Responds to system supervisory or trouble alarms as directed by supervisor.
• Determines the cause of system supervisory/trouble alarm and effects repairs if possible.
• Performs scheduled inspection, testing and routine preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Escorts and assists contracted installation, service, and repair of fire protection systems.

Benefits

• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
• You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees