Lead Fire Alarm Technician & Maintenance Generalist

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida on Main Campus in Gainesville is seeking a Maintenance Generalist III - Lead Fire Alarm Technician to oversee fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems. You will schedule work, supervise technicians, and ensure NFPA compliance, with integration to AIM system and safety protocols.

Requires a high school diploma with four years' relevant experience or equivalent training; NICET certifications preferred. Normal schedule Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and four years relevant experience.
• NCCER Core Certification (or equivalent trade certification).

Responsibilities

• Assigns, schedules, and reviews work orders for Fire Alarm and Fire Sprinkler Technicians and Maintenance Generalists.
• Coordinates daily workflow for both shops, ensuring safety and NFPA compliance.
• Performs advanced troubleshooting, installation, and repair of Fire Alarm and Fire Sprinkler systems and related equipment.
• Coordinates testing and preventive maintenance schedules with vendors and EH&S, and maintains AiM records.
• Mentorship and training of staff; conducts shop safety meetings and cross-training.
• Responds to emergency calls and after-hours events as required.

Skills

Diagnostics

Device installation

Electronic troubleshooting

AIM documentation

Mentoring staff

Project coordination

Blueprints interpretation

Code compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCER Core Certification

Job description

The University of Florida on Main Campus in Gainesville is seeking a Maintenance Generalist III - Lead Fire Alarm Technician to oversee fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems. You will schedule work, supervise technicians, and ensure NFPA compliance, with integration to AIM system and safety protocols.

Requires a high school diploma with four years' relevant experience or equivalent training; NICET certifications preferred. Normal schedule Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.