Fire Systems Assistant Technician
Job Description
The Fire Protection Department of UVA's Facilities Management is seeking a Fire Systems Assistant Technician. Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic, and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVA’s buildings, infrastructure, and grounds, in addition to managing capital construction and renovation for University-owned and leased properties.
Compensation:
The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00 per hour ($39,520 - $45,760 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:
- 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave
- Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs
- Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
- Tuition and professional development benefits
- Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year
Physical Demands:
The employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell.
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Fire and Life Safety Team carries out code required inspections, defined maintenance routines, and repair service for all University properties. The Fire Systems Assistant Technician helps the Team provide consistent, cost effective, and reliable maintenance and service to the University facilities. This position assists technicians in performing inspections and maintenance of fire detection and suppression systems in public and private buildings. The Assistant Technician assists in preparing and maintaining accurate and detailed records of fire system maintenance and inspections. The Assistant Technician works under direct supervision but is expected to occasionally work independently while performing inspections, maintenance, and some repairs to the fire detection and suppression systems. Assistant Technicians keep students, staff, patients, and visitors safe by assisting in the maintenance of fire protection systems throughout the University.
Duties Include:
- Install and repairs fire system devices and components with guidance from a Fire System Technician.
- Assist technicians performing fire detection and suppression tests by operating fire system devices per test procedures, monitoring fire alarm panel during testing, and accurately record results.
- Maintain inspection records, including inventory of fire safety devices and equipment.
- Ensure the availability, readiness, and proper use of required accident prevention procedures, safety and fire prevention equipment, protective clothing and devices, and first aid supplies.
- Ability to work flexible schedule.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- High School diploma or Equivalent
- Experience performing work in electrical and mechanical trades
- Valid Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to assist in the inspection and assessing of fire systems
- Ability to accurately record observations and note violations and present corrective recommendations in a professional manner
- Ability to work effectively with building occupants and other authorities having jurisdiction
- Knowledge of building fire suppression and detection equipment and systems
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical work practices
- Experience performing electrical or mechanical trades
- Basic computer skills
