Control Technician (Fire/Security)

Position Title Control Technician (Fire/Security) About the University

Western Washington University, with over 16,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2022 U.S. News & World Report rankings.

 

Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western's greatest strength is the outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni/ae who make up its community. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. In pursuit of this excellence, individual employees are expected to establish and maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, student, and external constituents. Further, individual employees are expected to have the ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic, societal, environmental) into all aspects of performing their job duties.

About the Department

The Facilities Development & Operations  Department supports Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.

FDO Mission:
To plan, develop, manage, and maintain Western's facilities in a manner that supports Western's strategic plan, vision, and mission.

FDO Vision:
Achieving excellence in all areas of responsibility, while continuously improving and responding to the ever-changing needs of the university.

About the Position

Position will perform skilled maintenance, repairs and installation on fire alarm, intrusion, suppression equipment, clocks, controls and other associated systems. Work independently and exercises independent judgment relating to standard operations and safety matters.

Required Qualifications High School graduate or approved equivalent

Possession of or ability to obtain 06 Electrical license

One year of skilled journey level experience in installation and/or maintenance of fire alarms, security and access control, intrusion, fire suppression equipment, and CCTV in an institutional, commercial, or industrial environment

Experience working in sensitive situations such as: operational offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, rest rooms, etc.

Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work in order to drive a state-owned vehicle for travel to work locations

Physically perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Ability to perform daily work tasks independently under limited supervision

Possess technical accuracy and recordkeeping skills

Ability to work with computer hardware and software required to track work orders and record time worked

Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with students, staff, and faculty at all levels of the organization and in contacts with the public

Ability to manage time well and work under pressure situations with tight schedules and deadlines to complete projects

NICET II certified or ability to become NICET II certified within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications Two additional years of skilled or journey level experience in installation and/or maintenance of fire alarms

Two additional years of skilled or journey level experience in installation and/or maintenance of security and intrusion systems

Two additional years of skilled or journey level experience in installation and/or maintenance of access control and CCTV

Knowledge of Edwards SDU programming protocol or Fireworks fire alarm systems

Experience working with related trades including: carpentry, welding, sheet metal, electrical, and plumbing in an institutional, commercial or industrial environment

A knowledge of applicable NEC, NFPA, and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) regulations

Ability to identify and record National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) code related deficiencies and complete associated preventative maintenance related documentation

Apply good customer service

Responsible and accountable for performing tasks in accordance with WWU regulations and procedures

Fulfills all Integrated Safety, Security and Access Control responsibilities as appropriate

Experience with Auditability Testing and Radio Frequency Testing

Use independent judgment and decision making to provide best solutions to complete tasks

Knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA), Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) rules and regulations, standard job safety rules, proper use of a face respirator

Conditions of Employment All employees must comply with our Immunization policies, including Proof of Rubeola Measles Immunity within 60-days of hire. Please reach out to HR@wwu.edu if you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations. Salary 

$5,189 - $6,018/month depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits Information Benefits Overview for Classified Positions` Bargaining Unit This position is part of bargaining unit B and is covered by the collective bargaining agreement with Washington Federation of State Employees. Application Instructions

Application materials should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.

Closing Date Notes Position is open until filled

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU's Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 126 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); crtc@wwu.edu

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services, 360.650.3303 or 711 (Washington Relay).

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: This report is provided pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("The Clery Act"). It includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on Western's campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Western; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report in printed or alternate formats by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Enrollment and Student Services at vpsa.office@wwu.edu. The report can be found at: Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires which includes a sexual misconduct background check.