ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

 

 

Descriptive Title:

Fire System Technician

Posting No:  R09-28

 

Department:

College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering

Reports to: Senior Electrical Engineer

 

Salary Range:

DOE

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment is with the Research Foundation of SUNY, a private, nonprofit, educational corporation that administers sponsored program activity for the University at Albany.

Description of Duties:

The Fire System Technician will be responsible for a broad range of tasks that include, but are not limited to: overseeing general maintenance, repair and testing of fire alarm, fire protection and access control systems. Individuals would also be responsible for overseeing system inspections, coordinating with outside vendors for repairing/testing of fire alarm, fire protection, card access, and security and CCTV systems.

As a member of the electrical department the position will also provide support in operation and maintenance of electrical systems; including cutting, bending and installing of all forms of conduits and raceways, including flexible conduit; installation of fusing, circuit breakers and other forms of current limiting devices; working knowledge of digital multi-meters, meggars, and hot pot systems as well as confined space and lock-out tag-out protocol, NFPA 70E and OSHA regulations; working knowledge of HVAC and mechanical systems supporting cleanroom and office operations; preventive maintenance; an understanding of related disciplines such as process, waste and water treatment, automation, responding to facility alarms; customer satisfaction and support.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of 5 years experience in installation, maintenance and repair of fire alarm and fire protection systems; thorough knowledge of NFPA as it relates to fire alarm and fire protection systems; experience in the maintenance, replacement and retrofit of breakers and relays; proficiency in electro-mechanical and microprocessor based relay operation, maintenance, testing and repair; a professional appearance and attitude with the ability to conduct work in an independent manner; the ability to work from single line and 3 line drawings, diagram electrical circuitry, and calculate current loads, KW, MVA, etc.; troubleshooting of AC & DC systems; the ability to work from heights using ladders, scaffolding, JLG, etc., and the use PPE; off shift coverage; good communications skills and proficient use of Microsoft Office and Maintenance Management programs; candidates must be able to address in their applications their ability to work with culturally diverse populations.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in card access, security and CCTV systems are a plus.

Notes:  Position contingent on the availability of funding.

 

Persons interested in the above position should submit a resume, three work-related references, along with a letter of application to:

Name:

Ms. Christy Spadaro

 

Search for Fire System Technician

Address:

College of Nanoscale Science & Engineering

257 Fuller Road

Albany, NY 12203

CNSEHR@uamail.albany.edu


Closing date for receipt of applications: until position is filled


The Research Foundation of SUNY, an EEO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer, offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The University at Albany offers a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events.