Campus Fire Alarm & Security Technician (Day Shift)

Union; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation, sick, personal time

Healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision

On-campus fitness facility access

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition exchange

Job summary

Union College seeks a Fire Alarm & Security Systems Technician in Schenectady, NY. The role operates, maintains, and tests life-safety systems for campus buildings, coordinating with vendors and campus departments.

Responsibilities include inspection, preventive maintenance, and project oversight to ensure ADA, local, and life-safety codes compliance. Requires EMT/NFPA familiarity and hands-on safety focus.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Proficient with test equipment (volt/ohm meter, amp meter, circuit tracer).
• Computer skills including Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Understand NEC, NFPA, and OSHA standards for electrical and work safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operations: respond to work requests and emergencies; coordinate with campus departments.
• Maintenance: inspect and maintain fire alarm and security systems; perform preventive maintenance.
• Projects: plan and oversee project work with contractors; ensure ADA and code compliance.
• Troubleshooting: read diagrams, diagnose faults, and develop solutions; use panels and indicators.
• Inspecting and Testing: schedule and document code-compliant tests; coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Test equipment use

Word, Excel, Adobe

Education

High school diploma

Two-year technical trade school

Apprenticeship program

Tools

Notifier fire alarm system

LenelS2 access control

Job description

Union College seeks a Fire Alarm & Security Systems Technician in Schenectady, NY. The role operates, maintains, and tests life-safety systems for campus buildings, coordinating with vendors and campus departments.

Responsibilities include inspection, preventive maintenance, and project oversight to ensure ADA, local, and life-safety codes compliance. Requires EMT/NFPA familiarity and hands-on safety focus.