Security/Fire Alarm Sys Tech

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing life safety and fire systems, including smoke detectors, pull stations, bells, fire alarm control panels, annunciation panels, water flow and tamper switches, and related equipment. The position also involves installing, maintaining, and testing ADA devices such as door openers, bed shakers, bang bars, and visual notifications. Additionally, the role requires maintaining, inspecting, and repairing electronic access control systems, including electronic door strikes, readers, and push-to-exit buttons, as well as ordering and managing inventory of components. The technician will also be responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing cable, data, telephone lines, and networking systems, including uninterrupted power supplies (UPS) and communication equipment. Collaboration with University of Florida Information Technology and outside vendors is expected to ensure telecommunication systems and networks remain functional. The role includes designing, installing, testing, and maintaining CATV and CCTV systems, as well as voice and data communication. Administrative support is also part of the duties, including evaluating plans, retrieving and closing out work orders, recording system data, and assisting with budget preparation. Training and collaboration with other technicians, as well as vendors and contractors, are expected. The position involves serving in an on-call duty rotation for emergency situations and completing underground cable locates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.
Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
A valid driver’s license is required.
Skilled in installation of electrical conduit, wire, cable, fiber optic, and electrical/electronic devices.
Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications.
Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written).
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform types of physical exertion necessary for task completion.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

NICET Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems Level I & II
Five years of fire alarm, access control, and/or telecommunication experience
Working knowledge of low voltage and telecommunications industry practices and procedures
Working knowledge of NFPA
Working knowledge of the electrical trade

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and perform functional testing and inspections of life safety systems, including testing smoke detectors, pull stations, bells, fire alarm control panels, annunciation panels, water flow and tamper switches, and related equipment.
Perform annual inspections and develop schedules for inspection, coordinating with stakeholders.
Install, maintain, and repair ADA devices such as door openers, bed shakers, bang bars, and visual notifications.
Communicate with University Police Department (UFPD) regarding alarm monitoring.
Remain up to date on current federal and state fire alarm safety codes.
Install, test, and maintain electronic lock and security systems including electronic door strikes, electronic door magnets, readers, push to exit buttons, and infrared motion detectors.
Order and maintain inventory control of electronic and hardware components.
Repair equipment and return to active inventory.
Follow proper procurement and purchasing procedures.
Install, test, and maintain uninterrupted power supplies (UPS) and communication equipment.
Test, repair, and replace network equipment and devices.
Collaborate with divisions within University of Florida Information Technology and outside vendors to keep housing telecommunication systems and networks functional.
Install, repair, test, and maintain low voltage copper communication systems, fiber optic communications systems, and television cable systems.
Design, install, test, and maintain community antenna televisions (CATV) and closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems, voice and data communication.
Evaluate plans, schematics, specifications, and upgrades of new and existing systems in support of projects.
Retrieve work orders, close out work orders, record system data testing, and record detailed notes of work completed.
Assist with the preparation of annual budget for area.
Train and collaborate with other technicians on systems, practices, departmental and university standards.
Coordinate and work with vendors, contractors, and departmental stakeholders responding to fire alarms and fire alarm system associated equipment.
Develop reports, handle special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned.
Complete underground cable locates.
Serve in an on-call duty rotation, providing coverage for the area responding to calls for assistance and emergency situations.