Facilities Fire Protection Supervisor - Hospital

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System is seeking an on-site Facilities Fire Protection Coordinator to support the safe and compliant operation of fire alarm, sprinkler, and life-safety systems across all MetroHealth facilities.

Responsibilities include ensuring preventive maintenance, timely inspections, and regulatory documentation; coordinating fire drills; training staff; coordinating with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies; supervising assigned technicians and vendors to ensure

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or high school equivalency.
• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• 4 years working in a healthcare facilities environment.
• 4 years of fire systems related work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Working knowledge of JC, CMS, NFPA standards, and requirements.
• Expertise in fire protection systems (water based, preaction, clean agent, wet chemical, and foam).
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Excellent record-keeping and analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Skilled in the use of computer basics, including e-mail, word processing, and the use of spreadsheets.
• Physically capable of performing frequent inspections of all areas within and around buildings, including but not limited to all departments, utility tunnels, roofs, equipment rooms, and construction sites.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Supports the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of fire alarm, sprinkler, and life safety systems across all MetroHealth System facilities.
• Ensures systems are properly maintained, inspections and testing are completed on schedule, and documentation meets regulatory standards.
• Coordinates fire drills, assists with staff training, and collaborates with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies to sustain compliance.
• Provides oversight into assigned technicians and vendors, ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuous operational readiness.
• Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Record-keeping

Communication

Computer basics

Physical fitness

Diversity awareness

Education

HS Diploma or high school equivalency

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or Environmental Science

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The MetroHealth System is seeking an on-site Facilities Fire Protection Coordinator to support the safe and compliant operation of fire alarm, sprinkler, and life-safety systems across all MetroHealth facilities.

Responsibilities include ensuring preventive maintenance, timely inspections, and regulatory documentation; coordinating fire drills; training staff; coordinating with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies; supervising assigned technicians and vendors to ensure