Fire Safety Technician II

Job Group:
Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of experience in electrical or control trade, including apprenticeship; or two years related experience, which includes regular participation in activities such as project planning, designing, ensuring code compliance, estimating project costs, investigating problems, recommending actions; or an equivalent combination of training and experience totaling four years. Certified as NICET II in Fire Alarm Systems or NICET 1 in Water Based Fire Protection or NICET 1 in Special Hazards. Must possess and maintain NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certificates.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience certifying fire protection equipment
Experience installing fire protection systems
Experience working with basic electronic troubleshooting

Job Description:

Facilities Planning and Management department is seeking qualified candidates for the Fire Safety Technician II position. The Fire Safety Technician II conducts inspections, tests and consultations necessary to ensure compliance with good safety practices and with the standards imposed under IFC and IBC, NFPA, Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health Laws applicable to all buildings and facilities and to discover and recommend the remedies for safety hazards in those buildings and facilities. Ability to install, maintain, calibrate and repair life safety control systems in relation to fire alarm and protection.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all characteristic duties and responsibilities of Fire Safety Technician I.

• Installs, repairs, replaces and calibrates complex life safety equipment and support systems.

• Promotes and participates in discussions and programs on safety, health, fire prevention, and related manners with supervisors, staff, and faculty.

• Interacts with city, state, federal safety and health agencies to ensure compliance with safety and health codes, standards, or regulations.

• Maintains and updates computer database used for inspection purposes.

• Troubleshoot and repair devices associated with fire alarm, fire sprinkler, or suppression equipment.

• Advises supervisor of non-compliance items and emergencies requiring immediate action or further evaluation.

• Provides emergency response to the University as needed.

• Coordinates and prepares routine inspection reports, as required. Maintains complete historical records of required inspections.

• Assists with training/educating University staff as required.

• Interacts with multiple integrated systems and components, associated with sprinkler, fire alarm and suppression systems such as doors, smoke mitigation, etc.

• Performs required NFPA Testing of Fire Alarm, Protection, and Suppression Systems.

• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate department or administrative personnel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical, sprinkler, and electronic schematics and engineering concept statements.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing and to execute oral and written instructions.

• Knowledge of electrical control and electronic theory.

• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds.

• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes.

• Ability to work in a variety of environments including high places, tight places, poorly lighted with exposure to dirt, dust and fumes.

• Knowledge of electrical, sprinkler, and suppression control systems in order to diagnose and safely repair.

• Ability to perform mathematical functions.

• Ability to map and track wires through color or different identifier.

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
13

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:
February 20, 2024

Posting Close Date:
March 1, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14056