Fire Protection Specialist

University of Houston at Clear Lake • Houston, TX

42d

About The Position

The Fire Protection Specialist is responsible for the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire protection and life safety systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. This role supports the safety of personnel, protection of property, and readiness of fire suppression and detection equipment. Assists with and oversees fire protection inspection and testing. Conducts regular inspections and functional tests of fire alarms, sprinklers, and other systems and ensures systems remain operational. Assists with system maintenance. Manages repair schedules and preventative maintenance for fire protection and HVAC systems and helps to maintain records of inspections, tests, and repairs for compliance purposes. Assists with emergency system activations. Evaluates system performance during drills or real emergencies and coordinates troubleshooting and system adjustments after activations. Works to ensure that fire protection systems adhere to NFPA standards and other applicable codes. Assists with other Operations HVAC duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED plus 2 years of education beyond high school in college or technical school.
• Training in fire protection systems.
• Minimum three years of experience overseeing and maintaining fire safety systems such as alarms, sprinklers, specialty or other systems.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree, certification or experience in fire protection systems.
• Five years of experience in fire protection safety in a university or school system setting.
• Universal license.
• NICET certification in fire protection (level II minimum)
• State fire protection license(s) or sprinkler/alarms technician license

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with and oversees contractors who install, maintain, and repair fire alarm devices, panels and related equipment.
• Conducts regular inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance of fire protection systems including sprinklers, fire pumps, alarms, smoke/heat detectors, extinguishers, and special suppression systems.
• Monitors the building fire protection and automation systems for alarms and trouble calls.
• Performs preventative maintenance procedures to fire protection equipment in accordance to established schedules.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces defective components in fire alarm panels, sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, and related equipment.
• Maintains accurate service records, inspection logs, and documentation in accordance with NFPA, state, and local fire codes.
• Responds to emergency service calls to assess and restore fire protection system functionality.
• Trains other staff in fire protection system maintenance and repair, record keeping, and inspections.
• Works with operations staff in support of HVAC systems and equipment on campus and performs related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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