Facilities Maintenance Engineer II

Fire Alarm Systems Technician

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA This position will work closely with the Fire Technician team, with a primary focus on the operation, maintenance, and management of fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities:

• Performs all of the duties of a Maintenance Engineer I.
• Performs carpentry work including, but not limited to, lock set repair, wall damage repair-patch and paint, repair of window systems, and door system adjustments.
• Performs mechanical work including, but not limited to, equipment readings, pneumatic tube repair/cleaning, testing of emergency generators, and emergency lights/batteries.
• Performs minor non-licensed electrical repair of outlets, switches, door magnets, lights, ballasts.
• Performs minor plumbing repair of faucets and shower valves.
• Tests sealing penetrations of fire walls & smoke compartments.
• Tests fire sprinkler/riser system and shutoff procedure.
• Completes repair of fans, mixing boxes, dampers, cooling tower, air handlers, VAV boxes, belt change outs, coil cleaning, compressors, and vacuum pumps.
• Completes required after-hours on-call rotation.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of hot water systems, boiler theory and function, and chiller system theory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Fire Barrier theory and NFPA requirements for sealing penetrations, fire alarm systems theory and testing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical gasses control and isolation valve theory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CMS function and theory for life safety.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer functions.
• Ability to read blue prints.
• Ability to participate in after hours on-call rotation.
• Demonstrated, strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, or in a group.
• Ability to follow specific directions.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Qualifications

Required

• Three (3) years of hands-on, building related maintenance and repair experience in one of the following areas: pipefitting, HVACR, steam-operated systems used for humidification and sterilization, pneumatic and electronic building control systems (BAC), plumbing systems, commercial or industrial laundry equipment, sterilizing equipment, gas or diesel engines and generators, kitchen and cafeteria equipment, mechanical and electrical systems, carpentry, troubleshooting, or welding and fabrication.
• At least one (1) of the accepted certifications or licensures that fall under any of the following categories: Professional trade license (plumbing, electrical, etc.), Professional trade certifications (HVAC, contractor, MedGas, OSHA, building operator, firestopping, emergency power, ASHE Certified Health Care Physical Environment Worker, etc.), or another potentially applicable certification or license, as pre-approved by F&E leadership.
• Depending upon department of hire, a valid, State of Utah Driver's License may be required.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves very physical work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. The position may involve moving heavy equipment and/or supplies. This position involves a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking