Fire Safety Technician

VCU’s Safety & Risk Management team has an exciting opportunity for a Fire Safety Technician!

Summary:

The duties and responsibilities of the Fire Safety Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining Fire Suppression and Fire Detection Systems in accordance with NFPA Standards adopted by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Providing safety to life and property from the hazards of fire by supervising university fire systems installation, testing and maintenance in compliance with the laws and regulations of the Commonwealth.
• Providing technical assistance to university building officials, facility maintenance staff & contractors relative to fire safety system.
• Completing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Hiring Standards:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience required.
• Must complete NFPA 10, 25, 72 & NICET Level I - Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems in order to advance from Entry Level Technician I to Fire Safety Technician II. The successful completion of 1 year probationary period with a "successful" performance review must also be achieved.
• Basic computer knowledge. Microsoft, Google, Apple iOS capable. Experience with creating and storing data/reports. Ability to conduct inspection reports on iPad (provided) or iPhone using inspection software.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to be on call on a rotating basis.
• Required to occasionally work nights, weekends and extended periods of time during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more and climb up and down a ladder required.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Hiring Standards:

• Detailed knowledge of NFPA standards for the inspection/testing of fire alarm/fire suppression systems.
• Plumbing skills, knowledge of fire protection systems, ability to read and understand codes and how to apply them accurately.

Salary Range: $34,000 - $36,000

University Job Title: Fire Safety Technician 1

Department: Safety & Risk Management
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 100
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt