Fire Alarm Technician

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays & time off

Job summary

Indiana University is seeking a skilled trades professional to install, repair, and inspect fire suppression systems and associated components. The role includes testing fire alarm wiring, panels, detectors, and related equipment, with focus on safety, codes, and reliability.

Responsibilities include diagnosing hazards, performing routine maintenance, and supporting campus facilities with a broad range of building upkeep tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Education required: High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years verifiable journey-level electrical experience or a DOL certificate.
• Valid driver's license and insurability by IU.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and inspects smoke and fire suppression systems.
• Inspects tests and repairs fire alarm wiring, panels and peripheral equipment.
• Performs tests on smoke/heat detectors, sprinkler heads, pumps, and standpipes.
• Performs general building maintenance as assigned.

Job description

Department CAMPUS FACILITY SERVICE GENERA (IN-CFSG-IUINA)

Department Information

Campus Facility Services (CFS) is proud to provide all Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis students, faculty, staff, and visitors with a high-quality physical environment. We provide maintenance, grounds and custodial services for more than 70 buildings and parking garages and over 300 acres of lawns, trees, plantings, sidewalks and parking lots. The department is also a frequent partner with IU Capital Projects on campus renovation projects and new construction initiatives.

Our Mission

Campus Facility Services (CFS) - People serving the campus community and caring for the physical environment in support of the Indiana University Indianapolis mission.

Our Vision

Earning customer trust through caring, connected, and competent service professionals.

Job Summary

Installs, repairs, and inspects smoke and fire suppressions systems; inspects tests, and repairs fire alarm wiring, fire alarm panels and peripheral equipment.

Identifies hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.

Inspects, repairs, or replaces smoke/heat detectors and sprinkler heads; repairs and tests dry/wet systems; tests fire alarm systems using appropriate diagnostic programs and equipment.

Performs tests on fire pumps and standpipe systems.

Ensures that work is in accordance with relevant codes.

Performs other general building maintenance as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION Required: High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE Required: 5 years Verifiable journey level experience in the electrical field OR Certificate in DOL apprenticed electrical trade.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Required: Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire

Skills

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in installation, maintenance, and repair of fire and smoke detection systems and equipment.
• Ability to operate drills, conduit benders, drill presses, cable pullers, meters (volt, OHM, AMP, Meg), hand drills, hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to use diagnostic program and other applicable diagnostic software and equipment.
• Ability to perform true test smoke detector sensitivity procedure.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties.
• Drives University vehicles as needed.
• Works any shift as needed.
• 24-hour a day emergency response as needed.
• Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.

Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job Classification

• Career Level: Mastery
• FLSA: Nonexempt
• Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility
• Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Campus Safety and Security

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at [e-mail] or by visiting IUPD.

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