Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist I

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist I works under general supervision and conducts inspections, collects data, documents findings, and schedules inspections for fire and life safety systems or equipment, including fire extinguishers and fire hydrants. The role also supports inventory and recordkeeping, construction groups, special events, and emergency response activities.

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 maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.
Ability to lift, carry, and climb stairs or ladders while carrying moderate to heavy objects.
Ability to work in cold and hot conditions and in dusty environments.
Must comply with applicable state and federal laws and codes and Texas A&M University System and university policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.
Must perform tasks safely and in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Inspect one or more fire and life safety systems or equipment types.
Schedule inspections of fire and life safety systems or equipment.
Document campus fire hydrant flow tests and update databases as appropriate.
Provide current flow test data or conduct new flow tests as needed for new construction and renovation projects.
Assist construction groups with relevant data.
Inventory new fire hydrants and fire extinguishers and update databases as appropriate.
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 other personnel in preparation for and during special events requiring fire and life safety input.
Respond with other personnel to emergencies and assist emergency responders.