Fire Alarm Technician

Location: ST. LOUIS, MO 63110. Scheduled Hours: 40. Position Summary The Enterprise Physical Operations, Infrastructure, Capital Programs & Real Estate (EPO) department at WashU provides integrated operational, infrastructure, planning, and facility services that support the university’s mission of excellence in education, research, patient care, and community engagement. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism & Planning, Respect & Responsibility, Integrity & Integration, Dedication & Delivery, Excellence & Enterprise Alignment, and Accountability & Stewardship, EPO fosters a culture centered on collaboration, strategic partnership, innovation, accountability, and service excellence across the university enterprise. EPO manages and supports 28 million gross square feet across 235+ buildings and associated infrastructure systems, encompassing academic, research, clinical, residential, administrative, and support facilities across the university’s campuses and operations. Our teams provide strategic leadership and operational expertise in facility management, infrastructure services, capital project delivery, real estate operations, planning, sustainability, engineering, maintenance, environmental services, public safety support, and enterprise operational services. EPO creates and maintains safe, innovative, efficient, mission‑driven environments that support our students, faculty, staff, patients, researchers, and community partners. Performing skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and testing of fire alarms and fire protection systems to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable facility operations. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Tests, troubleshoots, installs, repairs, and maintains various Fire Control Systems (Johnson Controls, Siemens, Notifier, etc.) in compliance with all fire protection codes. Plans and completes repairs on sprinkler, fire protection systems, and controls for short‑range projects. Estimates labor time, requisitions materials needed, and requests other maintenance staff assistance for long‑range projects. Prioritizes work and makes initial assessment of conditions and service needs. Performs fire pump testing, drains and fills Wet Sprinkler Systems. Monitors outside service schedules and equipment installation by outside contractors. Monitors internal service schedules/coordinates any interruptions in service (utility outages), maintaining strong communication with customers. Follows through on work in progress to verify proper facility conditions are restored. Keeps Building Services supervisors aware of facility conditions, problems, and needs. Maintains effective communication with other Facility Maintenance Coordinators and other maintenance staff. Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Working Conditions Normal office environment. Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. Exposure to chemicals. High noise environment. Requires protective devices. Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements. Exposure to moving machinery. Exposure to animals (trips to DCM). Patient care setting. Works inside and outside, in dusty and dirty places such as pits and equipment spaces where temperatures may exceed 100 degrees, and equipment may be oily and greasy. Employee may be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing bio‑hazardous radioactive substances. Exposed to wet and cold conditions, as well as noise and vibration from operating equipment. Must be able to work in morgues, gross anatomy, and pathology laboratories. Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table. Typically standing or walking. Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement. Using tools requiring high dexterity. Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less) and (25 – 50 lbs.). Equipment Office equipment. Simple hand tools. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent; high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license required. Work Experience: General Maintenance or Skilled Trade Function (3 Years). Skills: Not Applicable. Driver's License: A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required. Preferred Qualifications Trade School Diploma – in fire protection system repair or related field. Certification: Fire Alarms Systems Level III – National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies. Work Experience: Hospital or Large Corporate/Industrial Complex (5 Years). Skills: Climbing Structures, Color Vision, Communication, Continuing Learning, Customer Service, Depth Perception, Diagnosing Problems, Electrical Maintenance, Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Code, Fire Safety, Handheld Power Tools, Handling Guest Complaints, Internal Development, Lifting Equipment, Low Voltage Systems, Low Voltage Wiring, Maintenance Work, Organizational Commitment, Problem Solving, Professional Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Teamwork, Timeline Management, Visual Acuity Grade G11-H. Salary Range $27.21 - $43.56 per hour. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Benefits Personal: up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees. Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, employee and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians. Family care resources for childcare and eldercare support. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr