Life/Safety Technician

Life/Safety TechnicianJOB STATUS: OPEN POSTING DATE: 09/11/2024 POSTING NUMBER: 047270 LOCATION: Custodial Services North - 935 POSITION TITLE: Life/Safety Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision assist in the maintaining, repair, and service for the District's Life/Safety equipment related to school facilities. Oversee subcontractors to meet specifications and schedules related to Life/Safety equipment maintenance and installation throughout the District. Life/Safety equipment may include but not limited to fire alarms, fire sprinklers, fire backflow, kitchen hoods, fire extinguishers, 12/24-volt electronics such as; amplifiers, speakers, scoreboards, sound systems, elevators, chair lifts, and other equipment related to low voltage technology. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all Life/Safety systems in District facilities.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain, repair, and service of fire alarm equipment.


2. Analyze system drawings and schematics.


3. Apply fire alarm product knowledge required for equipment used in school facilities.


4. Perform pulling of wires in race ways.


5. Attend training programs related to service of fire alarm equipment.


6. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and immediately report any conditions that are not correctable to Lead Life/Safety Technician.


7. Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.


8. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.


9. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.


10. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.


11. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.


12. Install, maintain and service electronics, amplifiers, speakers, scoreboards, sound systems, and other equipment related to low voltage technology.


13. Respond to emergency calls as needed and be on-call/stand-by as assigned by supervisor.


14. Maintain confidentiality.


15. Regular attendance.


16. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of experience in fire alarm maintenance, repair, and service of fire alarm panels, smoke detectors, and devices related to fire alarm systems in commercial buildings or school facilities

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Texas Certified Licensed Fire Alarm Technician or obtain within one year of employment date
• Training courses in fire alarm service technology
• Valid Texas driving license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic computer skills in database, word processor and spreadsheet applications and programming for fire alarm equipment systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material related to fire alarm systems
• Must be capable of operating power tools
• Must be able to follow instructions and willing to learn
• Must be able to work at elevated heights on ladders or lifts up to 50 feet and access flat rooftops up to 3 stories in height.
• Intermediate understanding of building, fire and electrical codes, fire and security systems, access or other building or electronic control systems and electrical installation practices and requirements.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
EQUIPMENT USED: Multimeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, and testing equipment; soldering iron; wire puller; pipe benders; hand and power tools (saw, drills, etc); ladder. Light truck or vanMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around electrical power lines, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent district wide travel.
APPLY TO:
All interested persons must submit an online auxiliary application to be considered for this position. Current employees must complete an application using the Internal Job Postings system. Email Carolina Banda at cbanda@conroeisd.net with questions or for additional information.
SALARY:
Pay Grade AUX-7 - Minimum hourly rate - $24.00
DAYS: 261 START DATE: 2024-2025 School Year