Fire Alarm Technician (Anticipated)

Clear Creek Independent School District
  • Webster, TX
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    Primary Purpose

    Manages and maintains the district''s life safety systems including troubleshooting, repair, monitoring, upgrading and installation of hardware as needed to maintain a condition of excellence in the district''s facilities. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.

    Qualifications

    Education/Certification/Licensure

    • High school diploma or GED
    • National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technology (NICET) Level 1 certification preferred
    • Must meet CCISD Drug and Alcohol Abuse Standards.
    • Must pass a criminal history and MVR driving record checks as required by CCISD.

    Special Knowledge/Skills

    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to learn and perform tasks with limited supervision.
    • Knowledge of low-voltage and structured cabling systems.
    • Ability to trace circuits, systematically diagnose opens, shorts, ground faults, and communication failures, and identify defective wiring, devices, modules, and other system components.
    • Ability to read, follow, and understand schematics, diagrams, floor plans, and other technical documentation.
    • Ability to install cable and wiring in buildings.
    • Ability to test electrical/electronic components and devices.
    • Proficiency in the use of computers, smartphones, and related applications, including diagnostic/programming software, electronic work order systems, email, and Microsoft Office.

    Experience

    • Experience in fire alarm and life safety systems required.

    Major Responsibilities and Duties

    • Responsible for cleaning, repairing and maintaining fire alarms and other life safety systems across the district.
    • Maintain documentation of all work completed, including battery replacements, cleaning, repairs, and inspection reports for each site.
    • Coordinate inspection and testing of fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire extinguisher, kitchen hood fire suppression, and FM-200 suppression systems as required.
    • Maintain schedules for required inspections and testing of life safety systems.
    • Interface with local authorities to inspect, test, and verify existing systems when requested.
    • Train district staff in the proper operation and use of life safety systems to maintain a safe environment.
    • Be available for after-hours demands.
    • Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
    • Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
    • Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
    • Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors as an effective team member to achieve district and department goals.
    • Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
    • Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
    • Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
    • Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
    • Demonstrate proficiency in technology applications.
    • Participate fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
    • Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
    • Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
    • Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

    Equipment Used

    Including but not limited to all types of electrical tools and diagnostic instruments.

    Working Conditions

    Mental Demands

    Ability to reason through complex system problems; maintain concentration during assembly and repair of energized lines and equipment; maintain emotional control and work effectively under pressure; communicate effectively with stakeholders; and work safely around students and educators in a school environment.

    Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

    Sitting, standing, strenuous walking, bending, stooping, and climbing; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; working indoors and outdoors in hot and cold temperatures; exposure to dust, fumes, toxic chemicals and materials, and damaged electrical/electronic devices; working on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts; working on slippery and uneven surfaces.

    Terms: 230 days

    Hours: 8

    Pay Grade: AUX 7

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWebster, TX

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Diagnostics Solutions/Softwareunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electrical Componentsunmatched
    • Electrical Wiringunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Email Technologyunmatched
    • Faculty Administrationunmatched
    • Fire Alarmunmatched
    • Fire Suppression/Controlunmatched
    • Hardware Installationunmatched
    • Hardware Upgradesunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Life Safety Systemsunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Low Voltage (LV)unmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Mobile Applicationsunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Schematicsunmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • Staff Trainingunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Substance Abuseunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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