Fire Systems Technician — NFPA Compliance & Repairs

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); Presencial; USD 54.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

22 days paid time off

13+ paid holidays annually

Parental leave

Health plan options

Retirement through VRS

Tuition assistance

Employee wellness program

Descripción de la vacante

University of Virginia seeks a Fire Systems Technician for its Fire & Life Safety Department to inspect, test, diagnose, repair, install and calibrate fire protection systems across campus facilities. The role emphasizes adherence to NFPA standards, safety rules, and independent judgment in daily work orders.

You will work on alarm, detection, suppression, and control systems with opportunities to advance NICET/DPOR licensure within 12 months and engage in hands-on maintenance and emergency

Formación

• Four years of fire systems/electronics or related trades experience.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsabilidades

• Perform NFPA-required inspections, tests, and preventive maintenance on fire detection, alarm, suppression, and control systems.
• Inspect and test for NFPA compliance and review plans for code compliance.
• Diagnose, repair, install and calibrate fire protection equipment.
• Respond to emergency service requests.
• Work under minimal supervision with safety as a priority.

Conocimientos

Blueprint interpretation

Strong communication

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

University of Virginia seeks a Fire Systems Technician for its Fire & Life Safety Department to inspect, test, diagnose, repair, install and calibrate fire protection systems across campus facilities. The role emphasizes adherence to NFPA standards, safety rules, and independent judgment in daily work orders.

You will work on alarm, detection, suppression, and control systems with opportunities to advance NICET/DPOR licensure within 12 months and engage in hands-on maintenance and emergency