Fire Suppression Technician I

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO, seeks an entry-level Fire Suppression Technician to support the Fire Systems Group. Under supervision you will test and inspect fire suppression and related components, assist with elevator PMs and extinguisher checks, and maintain accurate records for building files.

The role emphasizes safety, NFPA standards, documentation, and teamwork; required is one year of fire suppression and backflow testing certification.

Qualifications

• One year of fire suppression and backflow testing certification in related work.
• Knowledge of NFPA 25 and NFPA 72 preferred.
• Willingness to perform essential services and shift work when required.

Responsibilities

• Test and inspect Fire Suppression systems and backflow devices as part of PM.
• Carry out elevator PMs and monthly fire extinguisher PM when needed.
• Maintain and update records, blueprints, and building files.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Fire suppression/backflow testing certification

Job description

Job Description

The 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 group preventive maintenance program for the Fire Suppression systems including 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

• 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

• 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.

Salary Range

$52,032 - $64,446

Employee Benefits

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EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employment and Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Other Information

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