Fire Suppression Technician I

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

5d•$52,032 - $64,446•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Suppression Technician position exists to provide assistance to the FSG group preventive maintenance program for the Fire Suppression systems including Backflow prevention devices. Under supervision this position will test and inspect Fire Suppression systems, and when needed Elevators, and Fire Extinguishers vital to the Universities infrastructure according to NFPA 25 & NFPA 72 and others and to provide assistance when needed for service on these systems. This position will provide entry level expertise to make decisions that balance the mandated Safety Policy and Code Compliance, creating a building environment conducive to a safe and productive occupancy.

Requirements

One (1) year of fire suppression and backflow testing certification relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires.)
Pre-employment Physical - extra heavy lifting.
Valid driver's license - Colorado regular
Essential Services Designation - Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency without delay or interruption.
Shift Work - Special events.
On-call Status
In-person 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. position

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Fire Alarms and Testing procedures per NFPA 72
Knowledge of Fire Suppression Testing Procedures per NFPA 25
Fire Suppression Installation
Backflow Prevention Device Service & Repair
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Self-motivation and initiative.
Attention to detail.
Strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
backflow certification license
NFPA 25 is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Develop and carry out planned maintenance schedules and procedures to maximize fire Sprinkler reliability per the NFPA 25, or Facilities Services Standards.
Carry out elevator monthly PMs along with monthly Fire Extinguisher PM when needed.
Maintain records for consistency in the maintenance of existing equipment and documentation for the building files.
Generate maintenance reports of system condition of records and future references.
Develop, institute and keep accurate up-to-date records.
Maintain building floor plans, including device locations of all suppression equipment.
Preserve and update inventory records of all fire sprinkler equipment.
Preserve and update testing and maintenance files for all fire sprinkler systems.
Preserve and update blueprints for each fire sprinkler system.
Generate reports for reference in regard to system condition: reliability.
Repairs system deficiencies found during PM process
Other Duties as assigned