Fire Life Safety Director - Residential

Allied Universal • New York, NY

3d • $23 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal Services is hiring a full-time Fire Life Safety Director for a residential facility in Manhattan, New York. The role protects life and property by implementing the building’s fire safety plan, managing the Fire Command Station, and supervising the fire brigade, floor wardens, deputy floor wardens, and building evacuation supervisors. The director serves as a liaison to the NYC Fire Department during emergencies and ensures life safety systems and related equipment are functional.

The position involves conducting fire alarm drills and keeping written critiques, assisting with access badge inspections, monitoring and reporting suspicious people or packages, and providing courteous assistance and directions to visitors, guests, vendors, employees, and clients. The director may also perform CPR/AED and basic first aid. Candidates should be flexible to work Thursday through Sunday and may be assigned morning, evening, or overnight shifts. The hourly rate is $22.99–$23.99.

Requirements

• Must have an F-85 or F-89.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work professionally with all levels of personnel and the general public.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Ability to frequently prepare neat, legible written reports and logs; computer skills may be required.
• Ability to read and understand operating procedures and instructions.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation and post-offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
• Must maintain active status for all required licenses and carry the license while on duty.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing environments and different situations.
• Intermediate computer skills to use site-specific wireless technology.
• Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Ability to handle common and crisis situations calmly and efficiently.
• Ability to read, understand, and clearly speak English; correctable vision and hearing to normal levels are required for the described duties.
• Ability to handle the pressure of working with a high-volume general public.
• Must be flexible to work Thursday through Sunday.
• Ability to stand or walk constantly for up to an entire shift on tile, concrete, and carpet; climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally; bend or twist occasionally; lift or carry up to 40 pounds occasionally; and run as needed.
• Constant use of both hands and arms for reaching, handling, grasping, fingering, and administrative tasks; constant visual attention and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work in various environments, including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain, or heat.
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail while setting priorities and following up on assignments.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property by implementing the building’s fire safety plan.
• Manage the Fire Command Station and supervise the fire brigade, floor wardens, deputy floor wardens, and building evacuation supervisors.
• Act as a liaison to the NYC Fire Department during emergencies.
• Ensure life safety systems and related equipment are fully functional.
• Ensure all floors have fire safety teams, including Fire Wardens, Deputy Fire Wardens, and Building Evacuation Team members.
• Conduct fire alarm drills and maintain a written log of critiques to identify weaknesses in response times or life safety systems and equipment.
• Provide clear, professional, pleasant, and courteous direction, information, and assistance to visitors, guests, vendors, employees, and clients, including during emergencies.
• Assist building security staff with visual inspection of visitor, vendor, and employee access badges or identification cards to verify the holder’s identity and prevent unauthorized access.
• Maintain surveillance and report suspicious persons or packages.
• Perform CPR/AED and basic first aid when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED