Fire Extinguisher Inspection Supervisor, Environment, Health and Safety

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2024-2025

Position Title
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Supervisor, Environment, Health and Safety

Classification Title
Instructional Support Associate

Department
Environment, Health and Safety

Posting Number
P240403

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/54044

Employer
State

Position Type

Professional Appointment Term
Term

Salary Grade
SL2

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Fire Extinguisher Inspection Supervisor will be responsible for managing the Fire Extinguisher and Emergency Lighting programs for the University at Buffalo campuses and off-campus facilities. This will include overseeing and performing the installation, inspection, and replacement of portable fire extinguishers in university facilities. Conduct training classes in the proper selection and use of portable fire extinguishers. Evaluate fire extinguisher locations according to NFPA Standards and the Fire Code of New York State. Oversee the emergency lighting inspection contractor and report deficiencies to Facilities Operations for repair. This position will also be responsible for continuous inspection of University facilities and reporting of safety related issues for correction.

Key duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Management of the University’s monthly fire extinguisher inspection program, including the supervision of staff and maintenance of adequate records.
• Participate in evacuation drills; provide guidance/feedback to evacuation teams.
• Assist in the development and training in building evacuation plans to faculty, staff, and students.
• Participate in and assist with various other safety programs.
• Provide emergency response – must be able to respond to emergencies outside of normal business hours.
• Inspect, replace/recharge and install portable fire extinguishers.
• Conduct code and building inspections for compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies.
• Review & investigate fire alarm system activations, determine cause(s) and identify corrective actions.
• Participate as a member of the Haz Mat Response Team.
• Assist with the Hot Work Permit Program.
• Work with the Office of Equity Diversity and Inclusion to consult / meet specific needs of individuals requiring special accommodations.

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

About the University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in Fire Science or a closely related science field.
• 2 years of experience in a fire protection related field.
• Excellent customer service skills and good interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Creative problem-solving skills are desirable.
• The ability to use Microsoft Office tools, word, excel and access programs is highly desirable.
• A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Documented training in the inspection, testing and repair of portable fire extinguishers is preferred.
• Certification as a New York Code Enforcement Officer is desirable.
• Experience in an academic, research or government environment is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including respirators and a self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Frequently walking, bending, lifting and moving single fire extinguishers or pieces of refilling equipment in the Fire Extinguisher shop weighing up to 60 pounds. This can include lifting multiple extinguishers into place while testing and re-filling or mounting them in locations throughout campus.

Salary Range
$49,300 - $54,000

Additional Salary Information

Job Type
Full-Time

Campus
All Campuses

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Additional Information

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Background Check Notification
For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information

Contact's Name
David Vasbinder

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Associate Director

Contact's Email
dvasbind@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-860-9269

Posting Dates

Posted
11/15/2024

Deadline for Internal Applicants
11/29/2024

Deadline for External Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled
02/27/2025

References

Number of References Required
3

Reference Cutoff Date

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