Campus Fire & Life Safety Technician (On-Call)

uofl; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville seeks a Fire & Life Safety Technician III to install, inspect, repair, and test smoke and fire suppression systems across Belknap Campus. The role requires licensable certs, two years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of NFPA standards.

Responsibilities include on-site life safety maintenance, emergencies response, and coordinating with AHJs. Candidates must have a valid drivers license and pass a pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate's degree or vocational training in Fire Science or Electronics and two years’ maintenance experience.
• Must be certified by the State of Kentucky to inspect/maintain sprinkler or fire alarm systems.
• Factory certification on Grinell DCP-200 and/or Grinell Mini-plex 1000 may substitute for some certifications.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability by the University are required.
• Must pass pre-employment physical.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and maintain facility life safety and security systems.
• Install, repair and upgrade fire alarms in campus buildings as needed.
• Test, diagnose and repair fire alarm wiring, panels and related devices.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, IBC, IFC, UFC codes and AHJ requirements.
• Document deficiencies and follow reporting procedures on-site.
• Respond to campus fire and life safety emergencies and participate in standby/on-call rotations.
• Maintain UPS, security panels and card readers across University facilities.

Skills

Life safety inspection

Fire alarm troubleshooting

Systems maintenance

Education

Associate's degree / Vocational Training in Fire Science or Electronics

Tools

Grinell DCP-200

Grinell Mini-plex 1000

Job description

University of Louisville seeks a Fire & Life Safety Technician III to install, inspect, repair, and test smoke and fire suppression systems across Belknap Campus. The role requires licensable certs, two years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of NFPA standards.

Responsibilities include on-site life safety maintenance, emergencies response, and coordinating with AHJs. Candidates must have a valid drivers license and pass a pre-employment physical.