Fire Alarm Technician

Characteristic Duties:
• Maintain, inspect, test and repair fire alarm systems and fire sprinkler system monitoring components in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and California State Fire Marshal regulations
• Maintain computer-based inspection and preventative maintenance records in accordance with applicable regulations
• Install all materials associated with fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems monitoring components (e.g., fire alarm control panels and modules, conduits, wires, waterflow switches, etc.)
• Respond to fire system emergencies during regular business hours and off-hours
• Review plans in collaboration with Stanford Fire Protection Engineers for compliance with California State Fire Marshal and NFPA regulations. Inspect and perform final walk-through of installed systems in new and major/minor renovations construction projects
• Perform system acceptance test with the “authority having jurisdiction” and/or County Fire Marshal
• Maintain adequate levels of work supplies. Order fire protection equipment as directed.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate testing and/or maintenance service with building managers, supervisors and lead technician
• Coordinate and perform large-scale equipment repairs with Fire Protection Engineers and/or outside contractors
• Comply with governmental regulations and University and departmental policies and procedures regarding health and safety and must observe and support good health and safety practices.
• Provide EH&S support as assigned during emergencies
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or EH&S management
Qualifications:
• Required:
o Working knowledge of NFPA regulations, National Electric Code, OSHA requirements, general work safety procedures, and other applicable regulations
o Solid knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and practices, usually acquired through the completion of an associate degree in electronics or equivalent certification in electronic trades school, or training as a journey level low-voltage electrician
o Working knowledge of the theory of operation of various fire protection systems and equipment
o Ability to repair all equipment encountered, test equipment, diagnose and trouble-shoot problems, and perform new installations, with minimal supervision and technical advice
o Ability to work on equipment located at high elevations using ladders or lifts and perform moderate lifting
o Valid California driver's license
o High School Diploma or GED Equivalency
o Ability to use PC-based systems; proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite in a Microsoft Windows-based environment
o California Electrical Life Safety Certification required within 12 months of hire date
• Preferred:
o National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level 2 Certification in Fire Alarm Systems