*Senior Fire Protection Systems Technician

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Come join the staff at OU Health Center and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU Health Center is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer and are currently seeking a Senior Fire Systems Technician to join our team. The Senior Fire Systems Technician provides a safe environment for faculty, staff, students, and guests on the University Campus by maintaining fire protection systems throughout the campus. Maintains, diagnoses, and conducts minor repairs to electronic fire detection, alarm, and control systems in all campus buildings. Assists in coordinating with outside fire alarm and sprinkler contractors to install fire alarm and sprinkler systems. Conducts mandated inspections and repairs. Conducts tests, inspects and acts as lead technician over technicians and will be required to give training, direction, job duties, and monitor the work performed by other technicians in shop. Prepares systems for a walk-test during remodel projects and final testing. Prepares fire alarm systems during fire pumps weekly and monthly fire pump churn test. Programs systems to control auxiliary functions. Oversees and assist on all inspections performed by outside contractors. Verifies program integrity and readiness. Make necessary changes to systems to comply with standards set by fire systems shop. Evaluates, diagnoses, and troubleshoots system equipment that requires servicing. Identifies and reports all system discrepancies found during inspections, identifies code and non-conformance issues as well as system upgrade opportunities with supervisor. Acts as field contact for all fire alarm and sprinkler contractors and helps organize work, with by communicating with supervisor. Recommends to management any field pricing of repairs. Performs minor fire alarm discrepancy repairs, replacement, standard maintenance and programming for items identified during testing and inspections. Responds to emergency service in order to troubleshoot and repair systems. Documents and files all service activities and enters time worked daily through appropriate reporting tools. Communicates systems performance to management. Participates in On-Call rotation to provide 24/7 coverage for emergency service calls for fire system and fire sprinkler systems. Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, submittals, and product manuals to properly program and verify the installation of new systems. Always be on guard for potential fire safety risks and take notice of any hazards that may affect fire systems performance. Keeps up-to-date technically by attending workshops and classes and reading current technical manuals. Supervises, coordinates, and schedules activities of technical staff. Assists with hiring, training, and evaluating performance. Discusses with management disciplinary actions or possible terminations. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School Certificate.
• 60 months in the installation and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems.
• Advanced knowledge of diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and diagrams.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and organization skills.
• Proficient in PC applications and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.
• Valid Oklahoma Drivers License or ability to obtain one within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• NICET Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fire protection systems throughout the campus.
• Diagnose and conduct minor repairs to electronic fire detection, alarm, and control systems.
• Coordinate with outside fire alarm and sprinkler contractors.
• Conduct mandated inspections and repairs.
• Act as lead technician over other technicians.
• Prepare systems for walk-tests during remodel projects.
• Program systems to control auxiliary functions.
• Oversee inspections performed by outside contractors.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and troubleshoot system equipment.
• Document and file all service activities.
• Participate in On-Call rotation for emergency service calls.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and product manuals.
• Supervise, coordinate, and schedule activities of technical staff.

What This Job Offers

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