Fire And Life Safety Technician - Main Maintenance - Full Time - Days

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network is seeking an experienced technician to oversee inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm and water-based protection systems at our Cincinnati facilities.

You will perform periodic maintenance on extinguishers, exit lighting and FLS barriers, coordinate with contractors, and keep accurate testing records. A strong knowledge of NFPA codes and Joint Commission requirements is essential.

Qualifications

• Read and write legibly; use computer, printer and software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Associates degree preferred in a technical field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with inspection, testing and maintenance of fire and life safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems and water-based fire protection systems.
• Inspect and maintain portable extinguishers, exit lighting and FLS barriers.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance of installs and door devices.
• Maintain fire testing documents and ensure proper filing.
• Stay current with Joint Commission, Fire Code and NFPA standards.

Skills

Reading and writing

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in a technical area

Tools

Hand tools

Testing instruments

Job description

Job Description

Oversee the inspection, testing and maintenance of installed fire protection systems including but not limited to fire alarm systems and water-based fire protection systems. Also conduct inspections and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers, exit lighting, fire and life safety (FLS) system smoke and fire barriers including open protective doors. Assuring compliance with hospital policies, local, state, and federal codes.

Responsibilities

• Complete the inspection, testing and maintenance of the fire alarm systems, which will include troubleshooting, predictive and preventive maintenance, inspections, testing operations, service repairs or replacement of defective devices discovered during testing. Perform basic programming, as needed.
• Complete the inspection, testing and maintenance of the water‑based fire protection systems which will include predictive and preventive maintenance, inspections, testing operations, minor service repairs or replacement of minor system components discovered during testing.
• Complete the inspection, testing and maintenance of the fire and life safety (FLS) system smoke and fire barriers to include opening protective doors and other associated devices. Follows up on contractors that have completed the above the ceiling installations for compliance.
• Complete the inspection and maintenance of portable fire extinguishing systems which will include monthly inspections and replacement of defective units, as needed.
• Complete the inspection and maintenance of exit signs which will include monthly inspections and replacement of bulbs, as needed.
• Complete monthly environment of care (EOC) rounding using a web-based inspection program to assess code compliance with respect to building, fire, and life safety requirement.
• Completes coordination for the inspection, testing and maintenance of gravity fire dampers, gravity fire shutters, kitchen fire extinguishing systems and gaseous fire extinguishing systems.
• Maintain all applicable fire testing documents and ensure that they are filed in the appropriate location.
• Maintain current knowledge of all applicable codes, regulations, standards and accreditation requirements for the area of responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Associate’s Degree in a technical area preferred. Understanding of fire alarm systems, water-based fire protection systems work through on the job or specialized training.

Years of Experience: Minimum 5 years with experience in the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire and life safety systems.

Required Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of life safety requirements of the Joint Commission (TJC); familiarity with regulations of the Fire Code, Building Code, the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) and NFPA standards for fire protection systems (i.e., NFPA 13, 25, 72). Able to work with hand tools, handle fire equipment, operate fire protection systems. Able to proficiently use safety equipment and instruments. Able to read and write legibly; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licenses & Certifications

• Ohio Fire Alarm and Detection Equipment
• Ohio Fire Pumps
• Ohio Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems
• Ohio Portable Fire Extinguishers
• Kentucky State Sprinkler Inspector
• Kentucky State Fire Alarm Inspector
• Fire stop certification through a nationally recognized company and/or organization
• Fire door certification through a nationally recognized company and/or organization
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Fire Alarm Systems