UTS-Temporary Fire Alarm Technician - 1st Shift - UNC Chapel Hill

Inside Higher Ed; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 38,572; Full time

Job summary

A university in North Carolina is seeking a Temporary Fire Alarm Technician. This role involves preventive maintenance and installation of life safety systems, ensuring security on campus. Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience with security systems. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of safety codes are preferred. The position offers $28.00/hour with a Monday to Friday schedule, 100% on site.

Qualifications

• Experience working with security systems and CCTV systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Install or modify safety and security systems.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure system functionality.

Skills

Working with security systems

Troubleshooting electronic systems

Knowledge of safety codes and regulations

Collaboration with colleagues and vendors

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Position Title
UTS-Temporary Fire Alarm Technician - 1st Shift - UNC Chapel Hill

Department
HR UTS Partnership

Career Area
Facilities and Skilled Trades

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

This position serves as part of the Life Safety/Electronics-Specialty Shop team, ensuring the smooth operation of critical safety and monitoring systems across campus. The role involves both preventive maintenance and hands-on installations or modifications to essential systems that support the safety, security, and functionality of the university.

Position Summary

Job Summary

• Pay Rate: $28.00/hour
• Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM 100% on site
• no weekends or holidays
• Location: UNC Chapel Hill

UNC Chapel Hill is hiring a UTS Electronics Specialist (Journey), specializing in fire alarm technology. If you’re detail-oriented and enjoy working with electronics and safety systems, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or completion of GED

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

• Experience working with security systems, and CCTV systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot electronic systems.
• Knowledge of safety codes and regulations related to Life Safety systems is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Experience working with fire alarm systems

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

n/a

Special Instructions

UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University are collaborating to extend NC State’s internal temporary staffing function as a shared service for both institutions. Under this partnership, UTS provides exclusive temporary staffing services to UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State, employing candidates to work as temporary employees in a variety of jobs on both campuses. If you are interested in applying to this position please click on the following link:

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/226190