Fire Sprinklers FLS Sys Technician

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

114d • $52,255

About The Position

Join the Facilities Operations and Maintenance team, a highly responsive and knowledgeable crew providing outstanding service for Facilities Services and to the university community. Maintenance Operations, a branch of the Facilities Operations and Maintenance Division, provides comprehensive maintenance services in support of the University’s operations. Our teams provide a comprehensive array of qualified services, backed by our licensed and certified technicians, to this end, we offer opportunities for continuing education, as well as various stipends for additional trade licenses. Our team of trained trade experts are well-matched for the university’s operational and maintenance needs, whether the facility is a brand new laboratory or our iconic Tower. Our goal is to self-identify operations and maintenance issues long before our clients realize a repair is needed and take a thoughtful approach to using their resources, structuring processes, and providing the best client service and use of university resources. This goal comes from our sense of ownership and pride in our work. With this approach in mind, the team is organized into a zone-based structure and employs flexible work hours, data analysis, and technology to meet operational goals. Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED.
• Four years of experience in journey level installation/repair/maintenance/operation of fire sprinkler systems.
• NICET Level II certification.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• More than four years of the described experience.
• Experience at the University of Texas or in a university setting.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills.
• Computer experience.
• Experience with computerized service request system.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.
• Proven ability to work with a team of multi-crafted trades people.
• Graduated from a leadership program.
• Ability to multi-task.
• NICET Level III or above certification in fire sprinkler/ fire alarm.
• Successful completion of the Facilities Services' Leader Development program.

Responsibilities

• Performs both routine and preventative maintenance on fire sprinkler systems.
• Performs fire sprinkler system inspections.
• Assist with fire alarm inspections when required.
• Performs repair, replacement, upgrade and remodel of fire sprinkler systems.
• Assists with new fire sprinkler system commissioning.
• Provides timely and courteous customer service, keeps supervisors and team members up to date on daily work order status.
• Assist other shops and team members in the accomplishment of shop goals related to key performance indicators.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on a timely basis.
• Provide equipment information for UT Works updates.
• Keep accurate and up to date documentation of all systems.
• Train others within shop.
• Possess and use leadership skills to advance the shop towards its goals.
• Keep up to date on all code changes, testing procedures and product knowledge.
• Read and interpret drawings and technical manuals.
• Perform work from both written and verbal instructions and in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Support outages, coordinate and work with contractors and other entities and respond and give guidance to emergency personnel.
• Performs follow-up investigations to assure the proper operation of fire safety systems during actual fires.
• Generates material lists and acquires materials for efficient work.
• Keeps accurate records of materials used and maintains daily time reports to efficiently complete work and document details of the functions performed.
• Keeps accurate and up to date documentation of all systems.
• Performs organizing and cleaning tasks to keep work areas safe and efficient.
• Cleans and keeps electronic equipment and rooms organized.
• Participates in the On-Call Program.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees