Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector - On-Call & Full-Time

JMU Careers; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation, sick leave, parental &

19 paid holidays annually

Health insurance options

Virginia Retirement System benefits

Balanced Dukes wellness program

Tuition waiver program

Job summary

James Madison University is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector to ensure proper operation of campus fire alarm and sprinkler systems in compliance with regulations. The role requires strong knowledge of NFPA, NEC, and OSHA standards, plus extensive fire alarm maintenance experience.

The position is full-time on campus with potential after-hours on-call responsibilities and shift flexibility. A valid driver’s license is required, and university benefits include leave, health coverage,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NFPA regulations.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements and general safety procedures.
• Understanding of how fire protection systems operate.
• Extensive journey-level experience with fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all campus fire alarms, hood systems, and components; troubleshoot and repair as needed.
• Assist in generating and maintaining records related to fire alarms and suppression systems.
• Help ensure adequate equipment and supplies for campus systems.
• Ensure the life-safety department has proper replacement parts on hand.
• Assist with service contracts managed by external contractors.

Skills

NFPA regulations

National Electrical Code

OSHA requirements

Life safety systems knowledge

Fire alarm systems maintenance

Troubleshooting

On-call readiness

Shift flexibility

Driver's license

Recordkeeping

Job description

James Madison University is seeking a Fire Alarm Technician/Inspector to ensure proper operation of campus fire alarm and sprinkler systems in compliance with regulations. The role requires strong knowledge of NFPA, NEC, and OSHA standards, plus extensive fire alarm maintenance experience.

The position is full-time on campus with potential after-hours on-call responsibilities and shift flexibility. A valid driver’s license is required, and university benefits include leave, health coverage,