Fire Safety Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Fire Safety Technician

Employee Classification: Fire Safety Technician

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Campus Operations

Department: HSC-Environmental Health & Safety-355200

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at

Department Summary

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Office fosters a safe and secure campus in a healthy learning environment where students, faculty, staff, and guests can thrive. The EHS Office administers multiple programs including management of Radiological and Biosafety, Hazardous Materials, and the Emergency Management Program. We also provide services such as ergonomic assessments, indoor air quality assessments, and emergency planning assistance for events.

Position Overview

The Fire Safety Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of life safety systems, including but not limited to fire alarms, fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, emergency generators and elevators. Manages construction and maintenance activities to ensure institutional procedures are followed and compliance is maintained relative to all applicable local, state and federal regulatory requirement

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in managing one’s own time and the time of others.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to review work for accuracy.
• Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports.
• Knowledge of applicable safety requirements.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, University policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• NFPA CFAITMS

Job Duties

• Coordinate operation and maintenance of fire systems including: fire alarms, fire sprinklers and suppression systems, and fire drills. Including inspection of fire extinguishers.Respond to calls regarding fire alarms and life safety systems. 
• Operate and maintain emergency generators including: logs, testing, annual maintenance performed by others, and fuel supply. 
• Maintain and inspect elevators, oversee maintenance and inspection contract with elevator service company.
• Help with other tasks assigned to utilities operators when schedule permits.
• Perform generator monthly testing, and other emergency safety equipment testing such as fume hoods, eyewash/emergency shower.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 8-5 on campus with flexible work arrangement available and the possibility of occasional remote work

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.