Fire Alarm & Security Electrician I (Onsite)

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst (MA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks an Electrician I for the Fire Alarm Shop to install, maintain, operate, repair building systems including fire alarm and access control. The role collaborates with contractors and engineers to ensure system integrity and may supervise junior staff.

The position involves preventive maintenance, adherence to codes, and minor commissioning tasks. Onsite work in Amherst requires readiness for varied shift coverage and strong customer service in a campus

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.
Ability to provide off-shift coverage as requested.
Thorough knowledge of fundamental principles of electricity and electronics.
Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, practices, materials and tools used in the Security Systems, Card Access and Fire Alarm trade.
Working knowledge of Massachusetts Electrical & NFPA Codes and their applications.
Working knowledge of safety precautions in Electrical, Fire Alarm, Security and Card Access trades.
Ability to read plans, sketches, and instructions.
Ability to estimate time and materials for tasks.
Ability to work in confined spaces or at heights.
Ability to supervise helpers in Security System, Fire Alarm, and Card Access tasks.
Maintain records and logs.
Knowledge of safety and preventive maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

Inspects, maintains, repairs Campus Card Access, Fire Alarm Systems, Security Systems and related components.
Acts as a first responder inspecting, testing, troubleshooting and repairing Fire Alarm, Card Access, and Security Systems to codes.
Provides preventive maintenance and documents work in maintenance history file.
Maintains standards for Security, Card Access, and Fire Alarm systems and equipment.
Assists Engineering staff in drawings reviews and commissioning of new systems.
Drives a motorized vehicle around campus.
Identifies door access calls and determines mechanical vs electrical.
May supervise lower-grade employees.
Promotes excellent customer service.