Fire & Safety Systems Technician — 12-Month Emergency Role

Howard County Public School System; Maryland; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard County Public School System is seeking a Fire & Safety Systems Technician to maintain and repair fire alarm and security systems across all school sites. The role involves inspections, diagnostics, and emergency response to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, 3 years of fire alarm experience, and a Maryland Class C driver's license, with optional NICET certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: 3 years experience as a Fire Alarm technician.
• License: Maryland Class C driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults in fire alarm systems and replace faulty components.
• Respond to emergency service calls and resolve system issues promptly.
• Conduct routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs of CCTV cameras, burglar alarms, and card readers.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance, inspections, repairs, and upgrades.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

Low voltage systems

Troubleshooting

Card readers

CCTV systems

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

CCTV systems

Card readers

Fire alarm systems

Job description

Howard County Public School System is seeking a Fire & Safety Systems Technician to maintain and repair fire alarm and security systems across all school sites. The role involves inspections, diagnostics, and emergency response to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, 3 years of fire alarm experience, and a Maryland Class C driver's license, with optional NICET certifications.