Fire and Life Safety Technician II

Wake Forest University; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University is seeking a dedicated Fire Safety Technician to perform reactive and preventive maintenance for campus life-safety systems. You will inspect, test, and maintain fire protection and detection systems, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and university standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in fire prevention and life-safety fields, a valid driver's license, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years’ experience in fire safety.
• 3–5 years experience in fire prevention, fire safety inspection, or life safety.
• Knowledge of NFPA, OSHA and related fire and life safety regulations.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to meet university vehicle insurance requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and training presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test fire protection/detection systems for compliance.
• Troubleshoot and arrange repair of defective fire safety equipment and elevators.
• Inspect buildings for life-safety and fire-safety compliance.
• Respond to emergencies in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems.
• Maintain and inspect extinguishers, alarms, and sprinklers.
• Coordinate with contractors and review their work for code compliance.
• Assist in development of emergency procedures and training.
• Maintain records and prepare inspection/maintenance reports.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Fire safety systems

Life safety

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Working under minimal supervision, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, perform reactive and preventive maintenance service to ensure proper operation of campus facilities operations. This person is expected to be fully proficient in their respective trade.

Job Description

Note: This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

• Inspect and test fire protection and detection systems to verify proper installation and compliance with laws, codes, and standards.
• Troubleshoot and arrange repair or replacement of defective fire/safety equipment and elevators.
• Conduct inspections of buildings to verify compliance with life-safety and fire-safety standards.
• Respond to emergencies in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems to assess fire/safety threats.
• Maintain and inspect fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and sprinklers.
• Disable and re-enable fire panels as directed.
• Coordinate with contractors and review their work to ensure compliance with requirements and applicable codes.

• Assist in the development of emergency preparedness procedures and ongoing training requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports of inspections and maintenance activities.
• Additional duties as assigned by the manager.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• High school or equivalent plus 3-5 years of experience in fire safety systems across higher education and institutional. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in fire prevention, fire safety inspection, life safety, or a related field.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local fire and life safety regulations and codes (e.g., NFPA, OSHA).
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be able to meet the needs of the University's automobile insurance policy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills for conducting training sessions and interacting with University staff and emergency services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Experience working in a University or large institutional setting is preferred.
• Certification in fire and life safety, such as Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) or similar, is preferred.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for own work.
• This position may be designated as essential personnel to support business continuity during campus emergencies, disasters, or other special needs as directed by management. Essential personnel are subject to recall inside/outside their normal schedule. Additional details can be found in the Wake Forest University Policy on Weather and Other Unusual Conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to conduct building inspections, including climbing ladders, accessing rooftops, and inspecting confined spaces.
• Close visual acuity, such as operations of machines, using measurement devices, and/or visual inspections of small parts or devices.

Environmental Conditions

• Ability to work in both office and field settings.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends, or be on-call for emergencies.

Note

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor.

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full time

Note to Applicant: This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.

Accommodations for Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].