What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Life Safety Technician position at The George Washington University?
Posting Details
I. Job Overview
Job Description Summary:
The Division of Safety and Operations, Facilities Buildings, and Grounds Life Safety shop is seeking a Senior Life Safety Technician. The Senior Life Safety Technician will assist the Life Safety Supervisor with day-to-day operations. The work Schedule is Monday – Friday from 7:00 to 4:00 pm to include a Holiday, Night Shift, and Weekend Rotating schedule.
The Senior Life Safety Technician will be well-trained, organized, and professional, taking pride in his/her work and able to perform various customer service duties as required throughout the day. The desired candidate can work a flexible work schedule and is available for on-call duty and weekend work as needed.
Core Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED plus 2 years of relevant professional experience. Relevant experience can include time as a licensed journeyman electrician with fire alarm experience. The successful candidate must have possession of NICET Level II and the ability to obtain NICET Level III within 12 months of hire.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Certifications:
Experience: 2 years of experience in facilities operations or the installation and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems is desired.
Education: High school diploma or GED is standard; an Associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related field, is often preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading design and construction documents, using diagnostic instruments (multimeters, laptop-based software), and understanding building systems like HVAC and plumbing is desired.
Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders/scaffolds, and work in varied environments, including mechanical rooms and outdoors in extreme weather, is preferred.
Hiring Range $32.02 - $49.90
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation
Family Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family Life Safety
Stream Service and Support
Level Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: 7:00 am to 4:00 PM Monday- Friday to include a Holiday, Night Shift, and Weekend Rotating schedule
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Essential onsite
Telework: No
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S014131
Job Open Date: 04/10/2026
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
I. Job Overview
Job Description Summary:
The Division of Safety and Operations, Facilities Buildings, and Grounds Life Safety shop is seeking a Senior Life Safety Technician. The Senior Life Safety Technician will assist the Life Safety Supervisor with day-to-day operations. The work Schedule is Monday – Friday from 7:00 to 4:00 pm to include a Holiday, Night Shift, and Weekend Rotating schedule.
The Senior Life Safety Technician will be well-trained, organized, and professional, taking pride in his/her work and able to perform various customer service duties as required throughout the day. The desired candidate can work a flexible work schedule and is available for on-call duty and weekend work as needed.
Core Responsibilities
- System Maintenance & Testing: Conduct and oversee comprehensive inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance for fire alarm systems, extinguishers, emergency lighting/power systems, and fire suppression systems (sprinklers, fire pumps).
- Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair complex system faults, including control panels, detectors, notification devices, and interconnected systems like HVAC shutdowns and fire doors.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all systems comply with local, state, federal, and DoD standards, including NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code) and OSHA safety regulations.
- General Knowledge: Diesel and Natural Gas Generators, including ATS equipment and UPS components. Electrical controls, equipment, and safe practice and operation of such equipment.
- Construction & Design: Reviews plans and specifications for renovations and new construction; may prepare sketches and drawings using computer-assisted software.
- Quality Assurance: Provides oversight and quality assurance to other personnel on work products, operations, and inspections.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of all work, create incident reports, and develop testing or commissioning plans to provide to authorities having jurisdiction ( AHJ ).
- Leadership & Mentoring: Act as a subject matter expert, providing on-the-job training and mentoring to less experienced technicians while acting as a quality control authority.
- Emergency Response: Provide 24-hour support for life safety system outages and respond promptly to system failures or false alarms.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED plus 2 years of relevant professional experience. Relevant experience can include time as a licensed journeyman electrician with fire alarm experience. The successful candidate must have possession of NICET Level II and the ability to obtain NICET Level III within 12 months of hire.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Certifications:
- Minimum Requirements: NICET Level 2 Fire Alarm Systems and a journeyman electrical license.
- Preferred Requirements: NICET Level 3 Fire Alarm Systems or willingness to obtain within 6 months of acceptance.
Experience: 2 years of experience in facilities operations or the installation and maintenance of commercial fire alarm systems is desired.
Education: High school diploma or GED is standard; an Associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related field, is often preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading design and construction documents, using diagnostic instruments (multimeters, laptop-based software), and understanding building systems like HVAC and plumbing is desired.
Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders/scaffolds, and work in varied environments, including mechanical rooms and outdoors in extreme weather, is preferred.
Hiring Range $32.02 - $49.90
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation
Family Safety and Facilities
Sub-Family Life Safety
Stream Service and Support
Level Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: 7:00 am to 4:00 PM Monday- Friday to include a Holiday, Night Shift, and Weekend Rotating schedule
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Essential onsite
Telework: No
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S014131
Job Open Date: 04/10/2026
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Salary : $32 - $50