Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist II

Job Title

Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Environmental Health & Safety

Proposed Minimum Salary

$25.26 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

Environmental Health and Safety is a department of the Office of Safety and Security within the Division of Operations. The EHS team of safety, health, and environmental professionals is focused on helping Texas A&M University to fulfill its mission of “providing the highest quality undergraduate and graduate programs” and “developing new understandings through research and creativity.” Environmental Health and Safety supports and enriches Texas A&M University by providing quality programs and services that instill safety, health, and environmental stewardship.  

What we want

The Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist II, under general supervision, is responsible for coordinating and conducting comprehensive inspections, data collection, documenting findings and scheduling inspections of one or more fire and life safety systems or equipment types, including, but not limited to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire doors, shutters, curtains and etc.

 

What you need to know

Salary: $25.26/hr.

Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly encouraged. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Position Details: Ability to ascend stairs, ladders, etc., lift heavily weighted objects, and work in hot, cold, and dusty environments. Must be able to traverse long distances, remain stationary for long periods of time such as serving during special events.

Required Education and Experience:

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Four years of experience in fire and life safety or related.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Must have a Class “C” vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate and conduct hydrostatic testing equipment;

• Maintain accurate records.

• Knowledge of NFPA 10 (fire extinguishers) and NFPA 24 (fire hydrants).

• Ability to demonstrate proficiency with testing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified fire extinguisher technician

Essential Duties/Tasks

Fire and Life Safety System Inspection and Coordination

• Exercises a comprehensive approach to conducting in-depth inspections for multiple fire and life safety systems or equipment categories, ensuring adherence to standards and regulations including fire hydrants and fire extinguishers.

• Coordinates scheduling of inspections pertaining to various fire and life safety systems or equipment, optimizing operational efficiency and resource allocation.

• Thoroughly documents the flow test results of campus fire hydrants, updating relevant databases to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

• Provides complex current flow test data/conducts new flow test as needed for new construction/renovation projects.

Inventory Management and Equipment Testing

• Inventories new fire hydrants, fire extinguishers, and updates databases as appropriate to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

• Assesses inventory and implements barcoding.

• Utilizes equipment to conduct hydrostatic testing of portable fire extinguishers.

Assistance, Events & Emergency Response

• Provides guidance, mentorship, and professional development assistance to Fire and Life Safety Equipment Specialist staff, fostering their growth and proficiency.

• Assists superiors as needed.

• Collaborates with other personnel in preparation of and during special events that have a need for Fire and Life Safety input.

• Responds with other personnel to emergencies and assists emergency responders.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.