Fire Prevention Technician (On-Call)

Las-Vegas-Convention-and-Visitors-Authority; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is seeking a Fire Prevention Technician to support the Safety and Fire Prevention Section by reducing risk to the building and occupants. The role involves identifying hazards using Authority policies, codes, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities include inspecting show areas for hazards, issuing Hot Work permits, managing equipment registrations, and performing monthly fire extinguisher and sprinkler inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of related Fire Science/Safety experience.
• Knowledge of fire prevention methodologies, codes, regulations.
• Knowledge of 29 CFR 1910 and 1926.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect show areas, exhibits, and rooms for hazards and code violations, document findings and correct violations.
• Issue Hot Work permits for work involving sparks or open flame.
• Register, inspect, document, and manage fees for LVCVA bicycles and carts.
• Conduct monthly visual inspections of fire extinguishers and sprinkler risers; ensure maintenance.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Codes and standards

Communication skills

Computer basics

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of related Fire Science/Safety experience

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

POSTION EXPECTATIONS

The Fire Prevention Technician assists the Safety and Fire Prevention Section in reducing or eliminating risk to the building and occupants. This position identifies and eliminated hazards using relevant Authority policies, documents, fire codes, building codes and safety regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects show areas, exhibits, lobby and meeting rooms for hazards and code violations. Documents and takes steps to correct violations.
• Issues Hot Work permits for any work producing sparks or open flame not associated with show exhibits, including contractor work, Authority ambassador work and how work conducted during show move-in and move-out.
• Registers, inspects, documents, maintains records, collects and delivers fees of all LVCVA bicycles and carts used on the property by decorators and EACs.
• Conducts monthly visual inspections of the fire extinguishers and fire sprinkler risers. Inspects fire extinguishers monthly to verify that annual extinguisher service has not expired and that extinguishers are charged and functional. Inspects sprinkler riser valves to verify building fire sprinkler systems are functioning.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• High school graduate or GED
• Two years of equivalent experience in a related Fire Science/ Safety field
• Working knowledge of fire prevention methodologies, fire and building codes, regulations, statutes and standards
• Working knowledge of 29 CFR 1910 and 1926
• Ability to effectively communicated orally and in wiring with peers, other departments/trades, management, outside contractors, etc.
• Basic knowledge of computers

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS

• Must have a valid Nevada driver's license at the time of appointment and must maintain it during employment.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the LVCVA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.