Job No: 527879; 6/27/2023
FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN
ElectricianFacilities Services/Fire Life Safety

Salary Range: $6151 - $7942/Monthly

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; non-exempt classification.

Essential Functions: Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities Services or designee, the incumbent provides specific skill-based competencies required for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and inspecting fire alarm systems and equipment. Incumbent will maintain regular inspection schedules and document all associated activities relating to: fire alarm panels, sprinkler and smoke systems, fire pump and standpipe systems, restaurant fire suppression systems, as well as emergency infrastructure such as fire hydrants and emergency phones. Incumbent will: respond to campus fire alarms, maintain computer-based inspections, service, and preventative and routine maintenance records; respond to fire, life, safety, and security equipment system emergencies during regular business hours and off hours; review plans for compliance with California State Fire Marshal and NFPA regulations; inspect and perform final walk-through of installed systems in new and major/minor renovation construction projects; plan, schedule and coordinate testing and/or maintenance service with building managers; coordinate and perform large-scale equipment repairs with engineers and/or outside contractors; assist with coordination of Evacuation Drills as it pertains to the fire alarm systems; and respond to natural disasters and campus emergencies.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Completion of a standard electrician's apprenticeship program, or any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard electrician's apprenticeship program. Two years of experience maintaining and repairing fire, smoke, and security alarm systems, OR equivalent to two years of trade school or technical arts training with specialization in fire and security alarm systems, completion of an apprenticeship program, or completion of a full military specialization in fire and security systems maintenance and repair may substitute for one year of the required experience. Applied experience in an industrial/commercial/educational environment demonstrating the application and development of the knowledge and skills listed above. Must possess thorough knowledge of: electrical theory and the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the electrical trade for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical apparatuses, equipment and systems; applicable state and federal codes and regulations pertaining to the electrical trade, including the National Electric Code and Electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California; as well as NFPA regulations, National Electric Code, OSHA requirements, and general work safety procedures. Working knowledge of materials, methods, and tools required for installation, maintenance, and repair for various fire, smoke, and security systems and equipment. Understanding of Unity, Edwards, EST3, FCI-72, Notifier 640 & 3030, Simplex Grinell, Radionics, Siemens, and other comparable fire panel equipment. Knowledge of: fire pumps and standpipe systems; diagnostic methods to determine causes of electrical problems or failures as related to Fire, Life, and Safety systems; low voltage equipment installation and repair with cabling consisting of CAT5 or greater (data, telecom); appropriate safety precautions; and procedures to work in a safe and efficient manner. Must be computer literate with the ability to read and send emails, operate MS software (Word, Excel and Outlook), utilize computer-aided software (CaFM) as part of the department's work order system. Ability to: assemble, install, maintain and repair electrical apparatuses; operate all applicable tools and equipment necessary to perform skilled electrical work; maintain records and retrieve data using manual and computerized record-keeping systems; prepare standard reports; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations; read and write at a level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position. The Incumbent must possess a California Driver's License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required to maintain and operate. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position.

California State University, Los Angeles, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION. Please upload a copy of your valid California Driver’s license to your application.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
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Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting. The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.
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