Supervisor, Facilities Fire Protection Systems-Facilities Engineering

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System is seeking a qualified professional to oversee fire alarm, sprinkler, and life safety systems across all its facilities. The role ensures proper maintenance, on-schedule inspections, and regulatory compliance while coordinating drills and training with various stakeholders.

Leadership of technicians and vendors is essential to sustain ongoing readiness. The candidate will uphold MetroHealth's mission and customer service standards, with a focus on safety, reliability, and

Qualifications

• Requires an associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Offers 4 years of healthcare facilities experience or 4 years of fire systems experience.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Working knowledge of JC, CMS, NFPA standards and requirements.
• Excellent record-keeping and analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient with basic computer tools including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Must be physically able to perform frequent inspections around buildings.
• Ability to interact with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Supports the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of fire alarm, sprinkler, and life safety systems across all MetroHealth System facilities.
• Ensures systems are properly maintained and inspections and testing are completed on schedule.
• Coordinates fire drills, assists with staff training, and collaborates with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Provides oversight into assigned technicians and vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery and operational readiness.
• Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Blueprint reading

Record-keeping

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer basics

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

CMMS knowledge

Job description

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 7a-3:30p

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Job Summary

Supports the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of fire alarm, sprinkler, and life safety systems across all MetroHealth System facilities. Ensures systems are properly maintained, inspections and testing are completed on schedule, and documentation meets regulatory standards. Coordinates fire drills, assists with staff training, and collaborates with internal departments, contractors, and regulatory agencies to sustain compliance. Provides oversight into assigned technicians and vendors, ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuous operational readiness. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Required:

• Meets one of the following:


• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, or another related field from an accredited institution.


• 4 years working in a healthcare facilities environment.


• 4 years of fire systems related work experience.


• Demonstrated leadership abilities.


• Working knowledge of JC, CMS, NFPA standards, and requirements.


• Expertise in fire protection systems (water based, preaction, clean agent, wet chemical, and foam)


• Ability to read blueprints


• Excellent record-keeping and analytical skills.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Skilled in the use of computer basics, including e-mail, word processing, and the use of spreadsheets.


• Physically capable of performing frequent inspections of all areas within and around buildings, including but not limited to all departments, utility tunnels, roofs, equipment rooms, and construction sites.


• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred

• Technical training in any/all the following disciplines: electrical, emergency power, mechanical, plumbing, medical air, gas, and vacuum.


• Applicable State of Ohio Contractors License


• Knowledge of TJC, CMS, OSHA, ADA, and OBC fire safety requirements and standards


• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Physical Requirements

• May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.


• Ability to climb a ladder.


• May need to sit or stand for extended periods.


• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.


• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.


• Finger dexterity to operate office equipment is required.


• Ability to communicate face-to-face, via phone, email, and other communications.


• Ability to see computer monitor and departmental documents.