"Alerted.org

Job Description

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: https://facilities.uw.edu/ .

Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.

**We have an outstanding opportunity for a** **Fire Alarm Control Technician Lead (Control Technician Lead) to provide leadership, planning, scheduling, and directing the work of journey-level fire alarm control technicians; as well as performing skilled work in the operation, inspection, testing, servicing and maintenance of complex building fire detection/alarm, life safety and clock systems.** This work requires specialized skills and knowledge in high-rise and low-rise building fire detection/alarm systems and emergency communication systems. This person will report directly to the Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems Manager.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Work as a team partner with fire alarm control technicians, Fire Construction Maintenance Specialist and Fire Alarm and Life Safety System manager daily in a professional, respectful and collaborative manner always.

+ Keep manager informed of project status, work progress, and required project materials and equipment.

+ Resolve complex fire detection/alarm and life systems issues, clock issues, associated equipment and personnel issues.

+ Develop work plans, methods, and standard operating practices to be followed by assigned personnel.

+ Routinely schedule and perform the work in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and maintain detailed records for the regulatory preventive maintenance program of the Seattle Campus Fire Alarm Systems.

+ Coordinate with EH&S Fire Protection Engineers, department heads, campus engineering, construction coordinators, contractors, facilities trades, building occupants and other clients to schedule and plan required work.

+ Assign and lead assigned shop personnel in the performance of work, installation, maintenance, repair, calibrate, commission, and troubleshoot system failures relating to all aspects of the fire detection/alarm, life safety and clock equipment and systems.

+ Inspect work for quality and completeness; ensure clients are advised of progress and when work is complete.

+ Assist with planning, record keeping, and creating work assignments and work orders to properly maintain fire detection/alarm, life safety and clock systems.

+ Develop preliminary cost estimates for installations and repairs.

+ Field phone calls and e-mails to answer requests, questions, etc., of clients, and others.

+ Maintain and update system schematics through red line system changes and create, if necessary, fire detection/alarm, life safety and clock system schematics.

+ Work collaboratively with other skilled trades’ leads, supervisors, managers and department heads, students and outside vendors in a courteous and professional manner with attention to customer service.

+ Respond to emergencies such as fire alarm systems in trouble conditions in order to minimize or prevent loss of property, damage to research activities, and disruption to life-safety systems.

+ Coordinate with the Fire Construction Maintenance Specialist, Capital Projects Office personnel, procurement and purchasing and others for the purpose of planning contract work which affects fire detection/alarm systems.

+ This involves scheduling system shutdowns and reviewing specifications.

+ Coordinate fire detection/alarm system shutdowns and inconveniences with clients, construction coordinators, and contractors communicating by telephone, e-mail, and on-site conferences.

+ Inspect projects to ensure compliance with local standards and codes and maintain records of work performed and inspect contractors’ work to see that the work is performed to campus specifications.

+ Monitor equipment and supply needs, coordinate with supervisor, and requisition parts and materials to ensure that employees have what they require to perform job duties and for service and repair of equipment and recommend purchase of equipment and supplies for the shop operation, maintenance repairs, and for clients’ alteration projects.

+ Work with Facilities Services Stores to determine parts inventory.

+ Participate in and follow through with University of Washington process improvement initiatives (Balanced Score Card, Lean and Idea Systems).

+ Support the goals and objectives of the department.

+ Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations, the ethics law and use of state resources that apply to work actions and conduct on the job, including the use of personal protective equipment, computers and other state resources.

+ Ensure that assigned personnel comply with the same regulations and laws, and report infractions to the supervisor.

+ Provide leadership related to work on lead and asbestos-containing items in accordance with applicable safety rules and procedures.

+ Positively support all management directives and actively promote the purpose and foundational values of CEO.

+ Follow and enforce adherence to all University and Facilities Services policies, practices and procedures.

+ Have knowledge, understanding, and practicing of safe work practices and policies.

+ Attend and actively participate in all required meetings and training.

+ Assist in providing training to assigned personnel.

+ Must be available to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.

+ Perform all duties of a journey-level fire alarm control technician.

+ Perform other related duties as required.

Core Competencies

+ Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.

+ Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

+ Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.

+ Be responsible and accountable.

+ Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.

+ Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.

+ Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous.

+ Exhibit a professional work ethic.

+ Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

+ One year of full-time experience as a journey control technician, or equivalent trade skill.

+ Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Additional Qualifications

+ **Must have experience and working knowledge of fire alarm regulatory requirements in NFPA 72 and the Seattle Fire Code.**

+ **Must be conversant with one or more fire alarm systems and programming languages (Simplex, Gamewell, Edwards, Silent Knight** ).

+ **Detailed working knowledge of Simplex fire alarm systems and True Site networking systems.**

+ Must possess excellent customer service, written and oral communication skills.

+ Must be able to communicate appropriately with clients, staff and students to present a professional image.

+ Demonstrated ability to read and interpret drawings and construction documents related to building fire detection/alarm and life safety systems.

+ Demonstrated ability to lead by example in both performance and behavior and to hold employees accountable to established expectations.

+ Demonstrated ability to take direction, meet expectations, and work cohesively as a member of a team.

+ Must be skilled with basic desktop computer skills, maintenance work request/work order programs and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

+ Must have a willingness to learn Access and Publisher.

+ **Possession of a valid N.I.C.E.T. level II license (or higher).**

+ Experience working with Washington State safety rules and regulations.

+ Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.

+ **Experience with Lean implementation.**

Desired Qualifications

+ Two-year associate's degree in electronics or equivalent.

+ One or more years of lead experience with a major fire alarm system contractor as a fire alarm control technician lead.

+ Five or more years of full-time experience as a journey-level fire alarm control technician with a major fire alarm system contractor as a certified fire alarm control technician working with complex building fire detection/alarm and life safety systems, with a wide variety of systems and in the repair, service, maintenance and operations of equipment.

Conditions of employment

+ Must be able to analyze and evaluate information and situations in order to solve problems.

+ Must have the ability and willingness to learn, adapt to new technologies and be flexible when situations change.

+ Must possess the ability to handle stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

+ Must demonstrate professional demeanor, which includes being tactful, civil and courteous always.

+ Must always demonstrate professional work ethics.

+ Must be a strong team player and work closely with multiple trades in a highly complex major learning and research university.

+ Must be able to work in a diverse workforce and outdoors under all weather conditions.

+ Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

+ The University of Washington is a smoke-free campus.

+ Must be willing to work in animal and other research areas, including BL2 and BL3 areas (shower in – shower out facilities).

+ Have possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license recognized by the State of Washington and have a good driving record.

+ Must be able to communicate effectively with staff on portable hand-held radios.

+ Must be able to follow all Washington State safety rules and regulations.

+ Must be able to lift or carry heavy objects, climb ladders, catwalks, high lifts and work in confined spaces and restricted movement areas, mechanical/electrical rooms and spaces, ventilation fan housing, etc. for extended periods of time and work at heights.

+ Must be a strong team leader and be able to work both independently and as a team member.

+ Must always maintain a professional appearance.

+ Possess excellent skills in building a working crew harmony.

+ Must possess, or obtain within 60 days of employment, and maintain a valid Seattle Fire Dept FA-1 Certification and successfully retest as long as employed as a Fire Control Technician Lead.

+ This position may require the wearing of a daily uniform and personal protective equipment appropriate to the job task and area.

+ Additionally, approved safety shoes must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job.

+ Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job.

+ Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center.

+ This position is subject to callback or standby outside normal working hours to respond to emergencies, and occasionally scheduled or unscheduled overtime.

+ Must be able to respond to system emergencies during regular business hours and outside of regular business hours.

+ Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures.

+ Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

+ Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$87,684.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$116,904.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE Skilled Trades

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.