Fire & Security Technician I

General Profile

• Acquires basic skills to perform routine tasks
• Develops understanding in an analytical or scientific method or operational process
• Works with close supervision
• Performs manual tasks according to established procedures

• Supports with security and guards buildings, grounds, materials, work sites, or other venues.
• Monitors access controls and security systems and responds to alarms, reports of issues, or requests for assistance.
• Follows required gate-keeping procedures such as verifying visitor credentials, conducting inspections, or preparing paperwork or activity logs.
• Supports emergency response to fires, accidents, and other emergencies to protect people, property, and the environment.
• Assists firefighting teams to control and extinguish fires and safely manage hazardous materials.
• Uses and operates firefighting tools, equipment and apparatus as effectively and safely as possible.
• Assists with fire system inspection, testing and maintenance.
• Prepares post-incident reports as required.
• Must carry a state-licensed firearm.
• • Required Qualifications:
    • Required education and experience: Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset; Attending a Vocational / Technical School or internal training program OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience or Skillset;
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Preferred education and experience: Vocational/Technical Training Degree
    • Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Decision-making skills. Judgement. Detail oriented. Attentiveness. Emergency Management. Heavy Equipment Operation. Fire Control. Public Safety.
    Physical Requirements:
    • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
    • Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
    • Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.
    • May need to stand for long periods of time.
    • Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
    • May be requested to work a different shift.
    • Must be willing to work outside normal business hours as required.
    • This position is Safety-Sensitive.
    Travel Requirements: No or very little travel likely. _____________________________: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.