Job Description:

• Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
• Maintains, installs, tests and repairs fire alarm systems.
• Provides work direction, training/mentoring of lower level safety systems technicians, and/or trades, workers in fire systems installation, repair and maintenance.
• Installs, maintains, tests and repairs sprinkler systems.
• Installs, tests and repairs fire extinguishers.
• Completes necessary documentation. Uses computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Provides panel training to other staff. May input asset data and other information on computerized work order system.
• Installs, maintains, tests and repairs fire pumps.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• State of Ohio Fire Protection Individual License required with the following endorsements. Employee must have one of the three below endorsements upon hire. 120 days following hire, employee must possess all three endorsements.
  • Fire Alarm/ Detection*
  • Sprinklers/ Standpipes*
  • Portable Fire Extinguishers*

• Journey-level working knowledge of fire systems or related technology including skill in installation and service of fire systems and components.
• Read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure.
• Add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals & percentages.
• Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems.
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, schematic and pictorial, form.
• Work independently or with others.
• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. 
• Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand &/or power tools & equipment.
• Ability to interpret advanced code, review blueprints, reset fire panels.
• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures.
• Work at heights.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• 48 months skilled experience in fire safety system field, or equivalent;
• Successful completion of written and/or practical test may be required.
• Valid driver's license
• May be exposed to dirt, grease, odors, cramped conditions, extreme hot or cold temperatures, heights, and electrical hazards, may be exposed to dangerous machinery, confined spaces.
• An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Planning Unit: Vice President for Finance & Administration

Department: Life Safety

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position: Cory Dorton, dorton@ohio.edu

Employment Type: full-time regular

Advertised Salary:

About Ohio University

Ohio University is home to one of the nation’s friendliest and most picturesque campuses. But more importantly, it’s where you can become part of a two-century tradition of excellence and embark upon a rewarding career that will make a real difference. From teaching and research to admissions, facilities maintenance, and residence life, our faculty and staff propel Ohio University’s mission of helping students become their best selves. OHIO offers competitive compensation and outstanding benefits. For a complete list of employment opportunities, please visit www.ohiouniversityjobs.com.Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity affirmative action institution. For more information about Ohio University’s policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, visit www.ohio.edu/equity.

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