Healthcare Life Safety Technician

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

16d

About The Position

Inspects, maintains, tests, and repairs life safety systems within the hospital and other healthcare facilities to include fire alarms, sprinkler systems, emergency lighting, and other safety-related infrastructure. Ensures compliance with NFPA codes, healthcare regulations, and local safety standards. SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 7a-3p. On-call as needed.

Requirements

• Knowledge of NFPA codes, Joint Commission standards, and local fire regulations.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in life safety systems maintenance required.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or vocational training in electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems preferred.
• Life safety systems maintenance experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Certifications such as NICET, FASA, BFSA, or ASHE training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular inspections and testing of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and fire suppression systems.
• Maintains accurate of all inspections, maintenance activities and repairs.
• Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions in life safety systems.
• Collaborates with contractors and vendors for system upgrades and repairs.
• Assists in developing and updating emergency evacuation plans.
• Provides training and technical support to staff and first responders.
• Ensures compliance with NFPA-99 (Healthcare Facilities Code) and NFPA-101 (Life Safety Code).
• Works with Environmental Health Specialists to manage maintenance schedules and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.
• Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.

What This Job Offers

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