Fire & Life Safety Coordinator

Galloway Ridge is an upscale continuing care retirement community offering top-quality care in a warm, welcoming environment, and we are looking for a Fire & Life Safety Coordinator to join our team! The Fire & Life Safety Coordinator performs and assists with work efforts, activities, and programs within the Security & Safety Department. A primary focus for the position will be on the fire & life safety operations of the community. The Coordinator is expected to be on campus during all shifts for fire drills and will respond to any after-hours life safety system issues. Responsibilities Performs, supports, and assists with assigned work efforts for daily operations and services related specifically to emergency response systems, access control systems, alert systems, critical systems [elevators/generators], all fire-related systems, and life safety procedures & documentation while maintaining compliance with established safety rules, policies, and procedures regarding life safety operations. Supports and executes resolutions, programs, and repairs while working within the team environment and in collaboration with other diverse groups to help other department members accomplish their goals and objectives, and to provide positive support to those being served. These examples include: surveillance monitoring, safety & emergency devices, egress door and apparatuses, regulatory surveys and resolutions, emergency preparedness program and activities, orientations/trainings, and other ad hoc requests within the purview of life safety. Support for the Safety Program , as well as the Employee Safety Committee, as a member. Provides support to the Manager of Fire and Life Safety with all necessary technical assistance, safety policies, vendor service coordination, supply levels & ordering, as well as tools & equipment maintenance to ensure adequate availability, coverage, and understanding exist for the completion of tasks and assignments. Includes maintaining awareness of safety-related conditions and reports and/or repairs those conditions immediately, plus performing other duties as assigned. May serve as a Security Officer on rare occasions. All other duties assigned include, but are not limited to, enhancing the Resident Experience. Requirements At least 1-3 years of building/life safety system technical knowledge is preferred, including but not limited to: access control systems [KABA, SALTO, KERI, HORTON doors/locking equipment], medical alert systems [R-Care emergency call/nurse call systems, radios, pagers], ACCUTECH [Wander Guard] system, and fire alarm and sprinkler systems. On-the-job training will be provided regarding fire alarm and emergency call response. At least one year of general maintenance experience is preferred, including the use of hand tools, as well as basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems. Must be able to read blueprints, specifications, and schematics. Must have a working knowledge of general maintenance, electrical wiring, and minor carpentry, including a demonstrated ability to operate hand and power tools and read measuring instruments. Must be able to follow written or oral instructions, including the ability to operate a tablet PC. Must have effective written and verbal communication skills and be able to work collaboratively within a diverse work group. Must be willing to perform duties inside and outside the facility when necessary. Must enjoy working with and have the ability to cooperate with other employees and department directors. Must be willing and eager to work with and provide assistance to the residents of the facility. Must have a genuine interest in geriatric care and must believe in and uphold the philosophy of the facility. Galloway Ridge offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including free membership to our onsite 20,000 square foot fitness facility, discounted meals, 2-year/4-year/continuing education scholarships, PTO with Mahalo Moments, wellness discount on health premiums, 403b with a generous company match, local discounts, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Galloway Ridge