Life Safety Electronic Systems Coordinator $1000 Sign On Incentative

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

6 days paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Orange County Convention Center is seeking a Life Safety Electronic Systems Technician for a 3rd shift (10pm–7am, Sunday–Thursday) to maintain and troubleshoot fire alarm, sprinkler, and smoke control systems. You will oversee life safety operations, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with NFPA and Florida codes within a massive facility.

The role requires an Associate’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent, and familiarity with Johnson

Qualifications

• Experience in programming, testing and inspecting electronic fire alarm systems.
• Working knowledge of test equipment including multi-meters, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters and decibel meters.
• Three years of experience in the life safety/electronic systems field; Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees components of life safety systems and provides leadership to staff.
• Ensures compliance with NFPA codes and Florida Fire Prevention Code for life safety systems.
• Specifies equipment and coordinates repairs with contractors.
• Troubleshoots system defects and maintains client equipment interfaces at the Convention Center.
• Performs duties on a 3rd shift (10pm–7am) five days a week, with occasional weekend work.

Skills

Life safety systems

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree

Electronics/related field degree

Tools

Multi-meters

Digital analyzers

Battery analyzers

Frequency meters

Decibel meters

Communication devices

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

This is a 3rd shift vacancy 10pm - 7am Sunday - Thursday

Shift differentials may apply

Job Description

General Functions:

• Coordinates and/or performs technical work associated with the electronic fire alarm systems and sprinkler systems for over 7.3 million square feet of conditioned building space at the Orange County Convention Center. The responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, operation of all Convention Center Life Safety systems. This position requires in-depth knowledge of NFPA codes, the Florida Fire Prevention Code and full knowledge of diagnostic techniques for all related life safety systems. Provides instruction on system operation procedures to other Convention Center staff. This is a 3rd Shift position that works five (5) days per week, from 10pm to 7am, with a 1 hour lunch and a weekend workday (Saturday or Sunday).

Representative Duties/Assignments:

• Oversees various components of the Convention Center life safety systems and provides leadership (guidance) to staff assigned to monitor the systems.
• Ensures compliance with specific regulations related to inspection and maintenance of the fire alarm, fire sprinkler systems and smoke control systems.
• Specifies equipment to be purchased for life safety systems to ensure compatibility.
• Troubleshoots system defects and coordinates repairs with contractors.
• Handles day-to-day issues associated with the life safety electronic systems.
• Coordinates with building clients and in-house Event managers to resolve client equipment interface issues and maintain systems to ensure any negative impact on clients.
• Meets the Center of Hospitality (CoH) standards.
• Performs other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree from an accredited institution and three (3) years of experience in area of assignment. In lieu of the degree requirements additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

Life Safety Electronic Systems

Experience in programming, testing and inspecting electronic fire alarm systems. Working knowledge of test equipment to include multi-meters, digital analyzers, battery analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters and communication devices.

Preferences:

• A degree in Electronics, Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience in maintaining job site documentation (example, time sheets, as-built drawings).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities.
• Proficient in use and application of personal computers including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to set up, program, and test basic TCP/IP networks.
• Experienced with working at Convention Centers, Arenas, or other large public venues.
• Experienced with Johnson Controls ¿ Simplex networked fire alarm systems and Truesite workstations.

Application Deadline

Open Date: 09/22/2026

Close Date: 10/07/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 016 - From $26.16 to $34.01

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at: http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives

Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Orange County Convention Center

9800 International Dr. Orlando FL.

Notes

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.