Fire and Life Safety Inspector Tester

ccf; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Cleveland Clinic Health System's Main Campus where research and care are world-class and teams are dedicated to patient safety. You will inspect, test, and commission fire and life safety systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes.

Under the Facilities Manager, you will work first or second shift depending on preference (7:00am-3:30pm or 3:30pm-11:30pm). A strong mechanical background and Ohio certifications are required or attainable within 2 years.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on mechanical experience or work with Fire & Life Safety systems.
• Ohio certification for Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems or eligibility within 2 years.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with computer applications for documenting inspections.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and commission fire and life safety (FLS) systems.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and local, state, and federal codes.
• Maintain and safely use all assigned materials, tools and equipment.
• Interact with employees, contractors and end users during tasks.
• Document and maintain records of inspections and work performed per policies and warranties.
• Follow FLS standard operating procedures.
• Use testing devices to inspect and maintain fire alarm systems and peripherals.
• Perform corrective maintenance as directed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Ohio Certification for Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems

Ohio Certification for Fire Alarm Detection (preferred)

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Fire and Life Safety Inspector Tester

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Facilities Engineering-Operations

Job Code

J99995

Shift

Variable

Schedule

3:30pm-11:30pm/7:00am-3:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campuswhere research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

When we do everything in service of our patients and caregivers, no detail gets ignored. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Fire and Life Safety Inspector Tester will be responsible for inspection, testing, and commissioning of fire and life safety (FLS) systems to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.

A caregiver in this role will work on first or second‑shift schedule, depending on the candidate’s preference, with shifts from 7:00am - 3:30pm or 3:30pm - 11:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform inspection, testing and commissioning of fire and life safety (FLS) systems.
• Assure compliance with hospital policy/procedures, local, state, and federal codes.
• Maintain and safely use all assigned materials, tools and equipment, protecting patients, visitors and caregivers at all times.
• Effectively interacts with employees, contractors and end users as applicable when performing assigned tasks, positively adapting to all changes relative to the scope of work as presented.
• Thoroughly document and maintain records of inspections and work performed pursuant to departmental policies and warranty/vendor requirements.
• Follow FLS standard operating procedures.
• Utilize electrical and electronic testing devices to inspect, test, and maintain fire alarm systems for full operation, including all peripheral devices associated with fire alarm systems.
• Perform Corrective Maintenance as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working in a hands‑on mechanical capacity or working with Fire & Life Safety systems is required. Candidates must demonstrate their mechanical aptitude through the interview and reference check process.
• State of Ohio Certification for Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems through the Department of Commerce/Division of State Fire Marshall required or attainable within 2 years of employment.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License (VDL) is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Requires the use of computer applications and/or mobile devices for documenting field inspections.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• State of Ohio Certification for Fire Alarm Detection through the Department of Commerce/Division of State Fire Marshall preferred or attainable within 2 years.
• State of Ohio Certification for Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems through the Department of Commerce/Division of State Fire Marshall preferred or attainable within 2 years.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
• Ability to be mobile for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel throughout the Cleveland Clinic health system
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Ability to move/transport items weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
• Ability to move/transport equipment weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
• Ability to move/transport carts weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
• Ability to inspect equipment
• Ability to install, repair and maintain systems, equipment, fixtures and/or structures
• Ability to distinguish color
• Ability to climb a ladder

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

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Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.