Fire Alarm Technician

PRIMARY PURPOSE: 

• Under general supervision, performs inspections and maintenance of Fire Alarm and suppression systems for compliance with district policies/procedures and local, state, and federal regulations and standards to ensure the environmental health and safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. 
• Provides guidance and consultation to contractors, and other technical personnel regarding Fire Alarm and suppression systems, fire extinguishers, fire safety inspections, and other related issues. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Valid Texas driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Texas State Fire Alarm Technicians license required 

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: 

• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and protocols
• Experience in testing, maintenance and service of Fire Alarm systems
• Factory training and/or NICET certification, preferred
• Five years in Fire Alarm system experience or installation 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain the automatic Fire Alarm and sprinkler systems
• Operate, test, and/or repair Fire Alarm and suppression systems
• Detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel
• Perform safety inspections on Fire Alarm and suppression systems, and ensuring compliance with NFPA, OSHA, and other related safety standards
• Relate technical data and NFPA standards to contractor and oversee contractor work related to Fire Alarm and suppression systems
• Read and interpret blue prints and shop drawings related to Fire Alarm and suppression systems
• Provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty
• Communicate technical information to contractors, clients, and non-technical personnel
• Investigate and analyze information to draw conclusions
• Stay current on the technology developments/trends in area of expertise
• Perform periodic reviews of fire extinguishers for proper operation and maintenance. Coordinate maintenance and repairs with assigned vendor
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures
• Assist in ensuring that equipment is in safe operating condition
• Respond to emergency calls at anytime 

EQUIPMENT USED:  

• Hand and power tools; pipe bender; meters, etc.
• Light truck or van.           

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Work may involve a flexible schedule based on work load, and task schedules
• Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying
• Exposure to extreme temperatures inside and outside, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Frequent district wide travel