Fire Alarm/Suppression System Technician - Lead

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Union pay rate: $44.46 Job Summary: CBA Negotiated Position. Performs inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of fire detection and fire suppression systems and components. May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employeeu2019s current rate. Duties/Essential Functions: 23160 (F) FIRE ALARM/SUPPRESSION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN (MBOS SPECIFIC): Performs inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of fire detection and suppression systems and components. Coordinates with the fire department and facility personnel to test fire alarms. Must be knowledgeable in various fire alarm manufacturers and understand and adhere to all NICET requirements for compliance to state, federal, and local code requirements. Troubleshoot using root cause mentality and understand failure modes of fire alarm systems and equipment. Must be able to work in a customer environment and have good communication skills. Journeyman level Electrician and/or Electronics Technician with at least 4 yearsu2019 experience working with detection and releasing systems for special hazard systems found in ammunition magazines, special use facilities, and computer server rooms to include alarm detection, notification, sprinkler monitoring, and interfaces and controls for agent releasing suppression systems (either agent or water-based systems). Verify that the system components in place are reasonably operable as installed and document results for the responsible party. Ability/Experience applying basic specifications and standards to the placement and configuration of components in gaseous, dry, and wet agent systems. Inspect, test, and maintain wet, dry, standpipe, fire pump, private service mains, and water tanks. Ability/Experience to apply basic specifications and standards to the placement and configuration of components in gaseous, dry and wet agent systems. Minimum Qualifications: u2022 High School diploma or equivalent u2022 Knowledge of NFPA-13 manuals for fire protection u2022 Able to operate alarm control panels, fire pumps, and controllers u2022 At least 4 yearsu2019 experience as a Journeyman Level Electrician or Electronics Technician u2022 At least 2 yearsu2019 experience as a Water Based Technician and Special Hazards Technician u2022 Assist other crafts in fire protection related duties u2022 Ability to adhere to customer and employer required safety programs u2022 Must possess the tools of their trade (hand tools). u2022 Must possess a valid state driveru2019s license. u2022 Pass government security investigation to access the bases and maintain the access requirements. Certificate/License/Registration: u2022 NICET Level II or Higher Fire Alarm Certification u2022 Valid state driveru2019s license
Location:
Jacksonville, FL, United States