Fire & Life Safety Technician III
Core
Install, repair, inspect, and maintain fire suppression, fire alarm, and life safety systems for university facilities.
Role type
Senior IC fire and life safety technician
Builds
Operational fire and life safety systems for campus buildings
Domain
Fire protection and life safety engineering
Required skills
Fire alarm system maintenance, sprinkler system maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, low voltage system maintenance, code compliance (NFPA/IBC/IFC), emergency response, preventative maintenance planning, hazard identification, pump system maintenance, security panel maintenance
Preferred skills
NFPA standards knowledge (70, 72, 101, 25, 20, etc.), experience in diverse environments (labs, dorms, industrial), working knowledge of sprinkler systems without license
Technologies
Grinell DCP-200, Grinell Mini-plex 1000, UPS systems, card readers, fire alarm panels, fire pumps, backflow preventers
Responsibilities
Inspect, test, and repair fire alarm wiring, panels, and devices; maintain wet, dry, and pre-action sprinkler systems; respond to campus emergencies (fire, security, power outages); perform plan reviews per NFPA 1031; document deficiencies and follow corrective actions; maintain security panels and access control systems.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
