Fire Sprinkler Technician

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Fire Sprinkler Technician
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Other
Department
IPO-Emergency Services
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Technician for Emergency Services. In accordance with university procedures, NJ Division of Fire Safety Standards, NFPA standards and Factory Mutual Insurance requirements, conducts inspections, tests, maintenance and repair on water based fire suppression systems and interfaced equipment, including but not limited to fire pumps, Fire Sprinkler systems, fire standpipe systems and interfaced alarm equipment throughout all university buildings and structures as directed. As a uniformed member of Emergency Services, shall observe and report public safety hazards through the appropriate chain of command and emergency issues directly to the appropriate public safety communications center. Works independently or as a member of a team on the New Brunswick/Piscataway and Newark campuses, but may be assigned to alarm system equipment on all Rutgers properties throughout New Jersey as determined necessary by the Fire Systems Bureau Assistant Director. In accordance with university procedures, NJ Division of Fire Safety Standards, NFPA standards and Factory Mutual Insurance requirements, conducts inspections, tests, maintenance and repair on water based fire suppression systems and interfaced equipment, including but not limited to fire pumps, Fire Sprinkler systems, fire standpipe systems and interfaced alarm equipment throughout all university buildings and structures as directed. As a uniformed member of Emergency Services, shall observe and report public safety hazards through the appropriate chain of command and emergency issues directly to the appropriate public safety communications center.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Performs required periodic inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of water-based fire protection systems throughout all University buildings and structures as assigned.
• Performs inspections and tests as assigned such as, but not limited to weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual inspections or testing as assigned.
• Ensures a reasonable degree of protection for life and property from fire through minimum inspection, testing, maintenance and repair methods for water-based fire protection systems.
• Performs all required tests of emergency systems; evaluates the operational adequacy of all systems tested.
• Witness's test of fixed suppression systems and standpipe systems when assigned to third party vendors.
• Evaluates the performance of contract vendors in accordance with performance specifications and code requirements and all other related duties as assigned.
• Conducts flow tests of water distribution systems, standpipe systems and automatic sprinkler systems. Evaluates performance of these systems.
• Performs fire protection system impairments when approved by the university impairment coordinator.
• Performs required notifications to Factory Mutual, alarm monitoring station and others as required.
• Updates the university impairment coordination system upon impairing a system or restoration of service.
• Performs all necessary tests following an impairment and documents all activities as appropriate.
• Prepares all required inspection reports, maintenance reports, service orders and related documentation in all appropriate systems or logs to document activities performed.

Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA
Nonexempt
Grade
05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
61956.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
77150.000
Annual Maximum Salary
92344.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
Internat'l Assoc - Firefighter
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
PERS
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate's degree and two years' experience, or four years' experience (in inspection, testing and maintenance of water based fire suppression systems).

Certifications/Licenses

• Must have a valid New Jersey driver's license and two years safe driving experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Incumbent must be able to properly interpret New Jersey Fire Safety Regulations and referenced standards and possess the skills to transmit that information to the public in both oral and written form. Must be able to utilize computer equipment for maintaining inspection records, preparing service reports, and for other correspondence.
• Ability to properly interpret New Jersey Fire Safety Statutes, Regulations and referenced standards and possess the skills to transmit that information to the public in both oral and written form.
• Ability to utilize computer equipment for maintaining inspection records, preparing service reports, and for other correspondence.
• Basic computer knowledge (word/outlook/excel etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification of NICET I/II in inspections and testing of water-based
• Certification from the NJ Division of Fire Safety as a Fire Sprinkler System Inspector
• Certification by the NJ Division of Fire Safety as a Fire inspector

Equipment Utilized

• Familiar with the operations and use of sprinkler fitter equipment and test equipment, such as but not limited to, pipe wrench, pipe threading machine, pipe grooving tools, internal pipe camera hose monster, pitot gauge etc.
• Basic computer knowledge (word/outlook/excel etc.) is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position requires extensive walking, climbing of stairs and ladders, traversing narrow runways and catwalks, and reaching roof areas of buildings. Also required is the continuation of inspection task in all types of weather. Must be capable of utilizing heavy tools and ability to lift and move sprinkler pipe as needed. Must be capable of working in tight spaces as well as extensive work overhead.

Special Conditions

• Multiple Vacancies
• Required to pass a complete background investigation by the University Police Department and/or University background vendor.
• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details
Posting Number
23ST0065
Posting Open Date
01/11/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement