What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Safety Technician C position at Dartmouth College?
Position Purpose
With specific direction, performs a variety of basic tasks involved with inspecting and testing of fire safety assets. Performs monthly testing and inspections of assets including fire extinguishers and sprinkler valves. Assists technicians with other testing and troubleshooting systems. Maintains records, reporting and entering data.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
High School or equivalency
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- High school graduate or GED.
- Basic computer skills; able to enter data correctly and document inspections in database
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience related to mechanical, electrical or electronics fields helpful.
- Experience related to fire alarm or sprinkler systems desirable but not required. Basic skills associated with the maintenance and repair of fire safety systems including fire alarms and sprinkler systems preferred.
- Knowledge of NFPA 10 and 25 fire extinguisher standards.
- Skill in the use of hand tools and basic testing equipment preferred
- Ability to follow complex written and oral assignments and communicate effectively.
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment and have excellent problem solving skills.
- Willingness to cross-train in various trades related to the maintenance of fire safety systems.
- Must successfully complete and remain certified and compliant in all safety or trades related course work as may be required by the College.
- Willingness to work overtime as required.
- Customer service orientation.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Campus Services HR
Department Contact Phone Number
603-646-3323
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Jason Bergeron, Director of Maintenance Services
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY.
OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 2/10/25 THROUGH 2/16/25.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 2/10/25 THROUGH 2/16/25.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Key Accountabilities
Description
Responsibilities
- Performs monthly testing and inspections of fire safety assets including fire extinguishers and sprinkler valves. Documents inspections in database.
- Confirms monthly fire extinguisher inspections.
- Under direction, assists with testing, maintenance and troubleshooting of fire safety systems.
- Aligns, adjusts and calibrates equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and inspections.
- Confirms valves are secured in open position.
- Assists with set up and monitors public address systems for special events, sporting events, and other functions, many of which are during off hours.
Percentage Of Time
Description
Working Conditions
- Work requires bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in cramped or awkward positions.
- Work involves regular lifting, carrying, and holding objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
- Work involves regular stair climbing in buildings of 4 to 5 levels.
- Work is performed: indoors, outdoors, in bad weather, in areas that are noisy, dirty, or smoky.
- Work involves exposure to hazards from electric shock, burns, cuts, and chemical fumes.
- Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as: aprons or overalls, gloves, and goggles or masks.
Percentage Of Time
Description
Culture and Employee Belonging
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
- Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College
Percentage Of Time
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
