Maintenance Technician - Fire & Gas Detection Systems - FFEx

Novo Nordisk • Clayton, NC

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About The Position

Responsible for all aspects of fire & gas detection life safety systems, including troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, & training of personnel in their use.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in related field from an accredited university required
• May consider a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of seven (7) years of experience with troubleshooting & maintenance of process equipment required
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with troubleshooting & maintenance of process equipment required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with support of integrated / automated life safety systems (fire alarm systems preferred) preferred
• Experience in pharmaceutical (cGMP) environment a plus
• Solid troubleshooting & problem-solving skills required
• Computer/IT skills to support working with & training others on remote system interfaces preferred
• Familiarity with fire suppression equipment in large industrial settings preferred
• Hands-on mechanical skills for tasks such as leak repair, gasket or valve replacement, sprinkler head adjustment, etc. Preferred
• Attention to detail, ability to think critically & sequentially with proven time management skills as well as excellent communication skills required

Nice To Haves

• Certification in OSHA Fire Safety, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist or similar certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform daily monitoring actions, such as reviewing trouble, supervisory, and fire/gas detection alarms, supporting their investigation & correction as needed, to include supporting these actions during off-hours, in order to handle critical or emergency situations
• Conduct weekly line walks of fire suppression systems in each area to verify proper function & integrity of equipment (check pressure gauges, valves & seals, backflow assemblies, fire pump/riser equipment, & fire curtains)
• Respond to integrity issues with any aspect of fire suppression systems
• Perform routine inspection of emergency backup systems (fire panel & fire curtain batteries, etc.)
• Test common audible & visual signals in each building & testing of initiating device from input to output
• Coordinate system impairment (including permits) as needed for maintenance or fire drills
• Ensure that hot work is being safely conducted during bypassing of safety equipment
• Assist metrology with calibrations or other non-routine maintenance/repairs
• Communicate with all safety contractors to handle fire & gas related repairs (write notifications > bring contractor onsite & escort to fix leaking head, faulty smoke detector, etc.)
• Handle fire & gas related repairs (write notifications > bring contractor onsite & escort to fix leaking head, faulty smoke detector, etc.)
• Provide training on fire alarm panels, fire system remote monitoring stations (TSW), & gas Detection monitoring systems
• Coordinate & support contractors in performing semi-annual, annual, & other less frequent inspections
• Support expansion work (drawings, additional water needs, etc.)
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Benefits

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree