Fire/Life Safety Specialist (2 Positions Available)
About The Position
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. PCC, which is roughly the size of Rhode Island, has four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. Wherever you're coming from and wherever you're going in life, Portland Community College has the classes and programs to get you there. Our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community. Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward. Portland Community College will ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]. Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington. Apply Immediately; This position will close once sufficient qualified applications have been received. Under the direction of a manager or director, ensures the design, construction, repair and maintenance of all fire, intrusion and life safety systems (systems) meet college expectations. Incumbent receives and evaluates work orders and requests, investigates requests and troubleshoots problems where appropriate, establishes priorities and coordinates with contractors, when required, to make necessary repairs. Incumbent provides subject matter expertise related to systems. Incumbent manages the work of outside contractors to make sure all work meets college requirements and applicable codes. Incumbent reviews and approves contractor invoices. May assist other departments with wiring or installations within license authority.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- State of Oregon Limited Energy Electrical License, NICET II (Fire Alarms) or equivalent (please be sure to list your licenses in your cover letter or the Skills section of the application).
- Two years of experience with Fire and Life Safety code compliance, service and maintenance across a broad spectrum of fire and life safety systems.
- One year of experience inspecting Fire and Life Safety Systems.
- Silent Knight Intelliknight certification within one year of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience designing, installing, and reviewing construction and remodel projects.
- Experience overseeing and reviewing the work of maintenance contractors.
- Experience obtaining quotes for projects and monitoring budget use.
- Experience maintaining detailed project and code documentation.
Responsibilities
- Ensures the design, construction, repair and maintenance of all fire, intrusion and life safety systems (systems) meet college expectations.
- Receives and evaluates work orders and requests, investigates requests and troubleshoots problems where appropriate, establishes priorities and coordinates with contractors, when required, to make necessary repairs.
- Provides subject matter expertise related to systems.
- Manages the work of outside contractors to make sure all work meets college requirements and applicable codes.
- Reviews and approves contractor invoices.
- May assist other departments with wiring or installations within license authority.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Oregon PERS contribution
- Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program
- Tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
- Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
- Conference and Event Rental Space - Employees receive 50% off when on-campus for personal events
- Paid Leave (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) reference Classified Agreement o Starts at 8 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of service) o 1 day of sick leave per month o 12 paid holidays o PCC Winter Break (when College is Closed) o 24 hours of personal leave per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
