Fire Suppression Technician I

Colorado State University; Fort Collins, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins seeks a Fire Suppression Technician I to support the Fire Systems Group. You will test and inspect fire suppression systems, perform preventive maintenance and assist with elevator PMs and extinguisher PMs as required.

The role requires at least one year of fire suppression and backflow testing certification, with attention to safety policies and building code compliance. This on-site position includes essential duties and shift coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of fire suppression and backflow testing certification relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance of fire suppression systems to maximize reliability.
• Test and inspect fire suppression systems per NFPA 25 and related standards.
• Carry out elevator PMs and monthly fire extinguisher PM when needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and building files for reference.

Skills

Fire suppression

Backflow testing

NFPA knowledge

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

## Fire Suppression Technician IApply: Fort Collins, CO: Full time: Posted Today: R2026107467# Job DescriptionThe position is located Fort Collins, CO, working in the Facilities Management Department. This position does not have formal supervisory authority. This full time nonexempt position.## **Unit Statement**Trades Maintenance Services exist to support Facilities Management, Administration Services Division, and Colorado State University strategic plans. To provide, within the limit of its allocated resources, quality trades maintenance services, which includes all structural, mechanical, and electrical systems, and small construction project management. These services are to create and maintain an aesthetically pleasing and functional environment that meets or exceeds the University’s needs for instruction, research and outreach.The Fire Systems Group Shop exists to provide quality services including, but not limited to, Fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, fire inspections, the life safety reporting system, fire pumps, backflow prevention elevator fire hat testing, and fire extinguisher monthly inspections. These functions contribute to life safety, convenience and quality for the benefit of the University Community in order to support the goals and objectives of the University, Facilities Services and Trades Maintenance Services.## **Position Summary**The Fire Suppression Technician position exists to provide assistance to the FSG grouppreventive maintenance program for the Fire Suppression systemsincluding Backflow prevention devices. Under supervision this position will test and inspect Fire Suppression systems, and when needed Elevators, and Fire Extinguishers vital to the Universities infrastructure according to NFPA 25 & NFPA 72 and others and to provide assistance when needed for service on these systems. This position will provide entry level expertise to make decisions that balance the mandated Safety Policy and Code Compliance, creating a building environment conducive to a safe and productive occupancy.**Specific duties include, but are not limited to:*** Fire Suppression Preventive Maintenance Develop and carry out planned maintenance schedules and procedures to maximize fire Sprinkler reliability per the NFPA 25, or Facilities Services Standards. Carry out elevator monthly PMs along with monthly Fire Extinguisher PM when needed. Maintain records for consistency in the maintenance of existing equipment and documentation for the building files. Generate maintenance reports of system condition of records and future references. Develop, institute and keep accurate up-to-date records. Maintain building floor plans, including device locations of all suppression equipment. Preserve and update inventory records of all fire sprinkler equipment. Preserve and update testing and maintenance files for all fire sprinkler systems. Preserve and update blueprints for each fire sprinkler system. Generate reports for reference in regard to system condition: reliability.* Fire Suppression Service & Repair Repairs system deficiencies found during PM process* Other Duties as assigned## **Conditions of Employment*** Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires.)* Pre-employment Physical - extra heavy lifting.* Valid driver's license - Colorado regular* Essential Services Designation - Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency without delay or interruption.* Shift Work - Special events.* On-call Status* In-person 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. position## **Minimum Qualifications:***To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials:*One (1) year of fire suppression and backflow testing certification relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.## **Preferred Qualifications:***The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position:*1) Knowledge of Fire Alarms and Testing procedures per NFPA 72 2) Knowledge of Fire Suppression Testing Procedures per NFPA 25 3) Fire Suppression Installation 4) Backflow Prevention Device Service & Repair 5) Strong communication and organizational skills. 6) Self-motivation and initiative. 7) Attention to detail. 8) Strong teamwork and problem-solving abilities.**Application Documents:*** Resume* Cover Letter* Certifications/Licenses (backflow certification license – NFPA 25 is helpful but not required)## Salary Range$52,032 - $64,446