Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist I

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

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About The Position

The Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist I works under general supervision in the Environmental Health & Safety department at Texas A&M University. The role conducts inspections, collects data, documents findings, and schedules inspections for fire and life safety systems or equipment, including fire extinguishers and fire hydrants. The position also supports inventory management, special events, construction and renovation projects, and emergency response.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience in fire and life safety or a related field.
• DOT security training, or ability to complete the training within 60 days.
• Texas driver's license, or ability to acquire one within 60 days.
• Knowledge of inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire extinguishers and fire hydrants.
• Ability to operate hand tools and hydrostatic testing equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and climb stairs or ladders while carrying moderately to heavily weighted objects.
• Ability to work in hot and cold conditions and in dusty environments.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.
• Must perform tasks safely and comply with applicable safety requirements, laws, codes, policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Fire Inspector certification.
• Certified or licensed fire extinguisher technician qualification.
• Other fire system certifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect one or more types of fire and life safety systems or equipment.
• Schedule inspections of fire and life safety systems and equipment.
• Document campus fire hydrant flow tests and update databases.
• Provide current flow test data or conduct new flow tests for construction and renovation projects.
• Assist construction groups with relevant data.
• Inventory new fire hydrants and fire extinguishers and update databases.
• Inventory and barcode newly installed doors, shutters, curtains, and related items.
• Use equipment to conduct hydrostatic testing of portable fire extinguishers.
• Assist superiors as needed.
• Collaborate with personnel in preparation for and during special events requiring fire and life safety input.
• Respond to emergencies with other personnel and assist emergency responders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree