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Life Safety Technician II

Company:
University of Central Missouri
Job Location:
Warrensburg, 64093
Category:
Facilities Management
Type:
Full-Time
Salary: $16.25 Hourly

Location: UCMO - Warrensburg, MO

Job Type: Bargaining Unit

Job Number: 999421

Division: Facilities - Life Safety

Description



Under the general supervision of the electrical services supervisor, installs modifies, inspects, repairs, and tests assigned alarm and control systems. Performs electrical and electronic repairs to assigned systems and components. Systems supported include; fire pump, Freon detectors, HVAC controls, elevators, telecommunications, access control, fire alarms, duress and security alarms, and generators. Assist contractors with modifications and designs of alarm systems. Maintenance and repair including preventive maintenance, trouble shooting, and emergency repairs of alarm systems.


Examples of Duties



50%
  • Maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, and tests alarm systems and other assigned equipment. 
  • Installs magnetic fire door safety locks and associated circuitry. 
  • Troubleshoots and repairs elevator fire recall and shunt trip electrical systems. 
  • Monitors, troubleshoots and inspects fire sprinkler shut off and tamper proof valve systems. 
  • Design system integration, installs and maintains specialty alarms and other warning devices associated with physically and developmentally impaired students.
25%
  • Maintains, inspects, troubleshoots and repairs all emergency generator power systems and associated equipment. 
  • Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs emergency transfer switches associated with emergency generators. Inspects and maintains Uninterruptible power source (UPS) systems and battery back-ups associated with all University back-up power requirements.
20%
  • Troubleshoots and repairs wiring and other circuitry for air conditioning, appliances, lighting systems including H.I.D. fluorescent, air field and theatrical. 
  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair motor control circuits, motors, parking gates, hoist and commercial kitchen equipment.
5%
  • Maintains comprehensive records utilizing computer program for all building alarm checks, supervisory panel checks, smoke detector replacement and cleaning schedules. 
  • Fills out daily log reports as needed. 
  • Maintains up to date fire and life safety code manuals.
Typical Qualifications



Education:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Electronic Technology preferred.
  • Completion of related trade school or related military experience may substitute on a 1 year for 1 year basis.
Experience:
  • Four (4) years experience with fire alarm systems and generators as a seasoned trades person in an industrial or commercial setting required. Strong aptitude working with electronic circuitry.
Supplemental Information



Working Hours and Days:
Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm, occasional nights and weekends.




Special Instructions:



Full-time benefits-eligible position: Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.



Part-time benefits-eligible positions: Benefits include generous education assistance for the employee.



Temporary, adjunct, student employment, or graduate assistant positions: Benefits are not included.



Completed UCM online application for employment required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.



A review will begin immediately and continue until filled unless indicated otherwise.



NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of all staff, faculty, adjunct, and temporary positions and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check. Student employees and graduate assistants do not require a background check to be conducted prior to employment.



The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status, and people with disabilities.
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