Electrician I: Fire Alarm & Security Systems

University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Amherst Electrician I (Fire Alarm Shop) is responsible for installing, maintaining, operating and initiating repairs on building systems including fire alarm, card access and security systems. The role requires coordination with contractors, engineers, and control technicians to maintain system integrity and safety at the Amherst campus.

Position involves supervising lower-grade employees, providing mentoring, and ensuring compliance with federal and state codes.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Massachusetts Master, Journeyman, Systems Contractor or Systems Technician Electrical License.
• Possession and maintenance of a current, valid Class D Driver’s License.
• Asbestos Abatement worker CERT within six months of hire.
• Department of Public Safety Certificate of Clearance.
• Achieve C-Cure training within one year of hire.
• Basic knowledge of the Fire Alarm, Security and Card Access Systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, repairs Campus Card Access, Fire Alarm, Security systems and related components.
• Acts as a first responder inspecting, testing, and repairing Fire Alarm and Card Access systems to codes.
• Provides preventive maintenance in accordance with codes and documents work performed.
• Maintains standards for Security, Card Access and Fire Alarm systems and coordinates with engineering staff.
• Drives a motorized vehicle around campus to various buildings.
• Drill or cut holes through floors/walls containing asbestos as required.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Supervising helpers

Team collaboration

Education

Massachusetts Master Electrician License

Class D Driver’s License

Asbestos Abatement worker CERT

Department of Public Safety Certificate of Clearance

C-Cure training

Tools

Testing equipment

Card Access knowledge

Job description

University of Massachusetts Amherst Electrician I (Fire Alarm Shop) is responsible for installing, maintaining, operating and initiating repairs on building systems including fire alarm, card access and security systems. The role requires coordination with contractors, engineers, and control technicians to maintain system integrity and safety at the Amherst campus.

Position involves supervising lower-grade employees, providing mentoring, and ensuring compliance with federal and state codes.