Maintenance Generalist III – Lead Fire Alarm Technician

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Generalist III – Lead Fire Alarm Technician coordinates the daily work of the Fire Alarm and Fire Sprinkler shops, including assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work orders and ensuring work follows priorities, safety procedures, and NFPA requirements. The role monitors AIM work orders, verifies asset data, and communicates with staff, customers, regulatory agencies, and Work Management. The position performs advanced troubleshooting, installation, repair, testing, and inspection of fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems, panels, devices, and related equipment. It interprets blueprints, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic drawings; maintains records in AiM; and coordinates inspection schedules, deficiency correction, vendors, and regulatory and compliance representatives. Additional duties include assisting with estimates, purchase requisitions, vendor quotes, budget tracking, and material ordering; coordinating projects and system shutdowns; mentoring and training staff; conducting shop safety meetings; and supporting other trades. The employee operates UF vehicles and testing equipment and responds to emergency calls and after-hours events as required. This position is designated Essential Personnel under UF Policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience; appropriate vocational or technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Valid Florida Class E Driver License.
Fire Alarm System Agent (FASA) training.
NCCER Core Certification or equivalent trade certification.
Post-offer health assessment and criminal background check required.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Ability to mentor staff and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and ensure code compliance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of fire alarm and fire sprinkler system components, operation, and programming.
NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level I and II.
Knowledge of NFPA 72 fire alarm and NFPA 25 fire sprinkler codes and testing standards.
Knowledge of UF Construction Standards and campus safety protocols.
Diagnostic testing, device installation, and electronic troubleshooting skills.
Effective use of hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
AIM system navigation and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Assign, schedule, and review work orders for Fire Alarm and Fire Sprinkler Technicians and Maintenance Generalists.
Coordinate daily workflow for both shops in accordance with established priorities, safety procedures, and NFPA requirements.
Monitor AIM work orders, verify asset data, and communicate with staff, customers, regulatory agencies, and Work Management.
Troubleshoot, install, and repair fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems, control panels, alarm devices, and related equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic drawings, and ensure work complies with NFPA 72 and NFPA 25.
Conduct and document required testing and inspections of fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems.
Coordinate annual and quarterly inspection schedules, review deficiency reports, and work with vendors, regulatory and compliance representatives, EH&S, and UPD to correct issues.
Maintain records in the AiM system.
Assist with estimates, purchase requisitions, and vendor quoting; support budget tracking and material ordering.
Coordinate project work and system shutdowns with leadership, other shops, and contractors.
Provide guidance, technical support, and mentorship to Fire Alarm and Fire Sprinkler staff; conduct shop safety meetings and encourage professional development and cross-training.
Enable or disable systems for other trades' maintenance or construction activities.
Operate UF vehicles and testing equipment, and respond to emergency calls and after-hours events as required.
Assist with special projects and campus events and perform other related duties as assigned.