Part Time Fire Safety Lab Technician
Job Description
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.
The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.
You belong here.See why you will love working at NWTC.
Department: Academic Affairs & Workforce Development – College of Public Safety
Reports To: Associate Dean, College of Public Safety
LOCATION: Green Bay
STANDARD HOURS: 20-24 hours per week. Flexibility required to include other evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.
STARTING PAY RANGE: $22.26 - $25.39 per hour
- Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY
Assist with the day-to-day operations of the fire safety program, fire safety complex, mobile training units, and remote facilities in accordance with established policies and procedures. Support the maintenance, organization, and appearance of the Fire Training Grounds, fire apparatus, and fire equipment, including routine preventative maintenance of tools, equipment, and facilities used in instruction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with the application and adherence to policies and procedures while on the Fire Training Grounds or when using Public Safety facilities or equipment. Assist with managing the logistics of equipment being requested for training and education within the NWTC District. Ensure the safe operations of equipment and facilities as required by state, industry, and OSHA standards.
Assist with support of logistics related to equipment requests for training and education within the NWTC District, ensuring safe operations in accordance with state, industry, and OSHA standards. Support maintenance and inspection of fire facility and apparatus, equipment and tools, testing fire pumps and aerial devices, ground ladders, SCBA and ensure the compliance of NFPA and WI SPS 330 required by the state.
Assist with routine maintenance and inspections of fire facilities, apparatus, equipment, and tools, including basic testing of fire pumps, aerial devices, ladders, and SCBA. Help ensure compliance with NFPA and WI SPS 330 requirements, including fit testing for students and instructors. Work with instructors to ensure lab equipment supports curriculum needs.
Assist instructors in ensuring lab equipment aligns with curriculum needs.
Provide input and support in areas of capital and operational planning, such as gathering vendor information or researching equipment.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Associate Degree in Fire Science or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Fire Service.
Two years of related experience as a professional or volunteer in fire service.
Microsoft Office Suite and database information systems.
Knowledge of Wisconsin Fire Service training and certification standards.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the districts standard insurance policy terms.
Thorough understand of current fire codes, statutes, guiding WTSB directives and IFSAC requirements.
**An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
Class A CDL, Combination Vehicle endorsement preferred
Certified in the State of Wisconsin as a Firefighter Level 1, Firefighter Level 2, Fire Emergency Services Instructor 1 (FESI-1) preferred
Skills and Abilities:
Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values
Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events. In addition, must be able to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery. May be required to work from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding.
Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, controls, and/or heavy equipment and machinery. Capability to push, pull, and/or maneuver equipment as needed.
PPE: To wear and work in personnel protective equipment as needed
Heavy Lifting: Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
