University of Alabama

Job Summary: The Fire Alarm System Technician I assists with installation, testing, maintenance, repair, and operation of equipment and circuitry for fire alarm systems under close supervision.

Additional Department Summary: Under moderate supervision, performs work in the electronic skills area involving the installation, maintenance, repair and/or operation of equipment and circuitry for fire alarm systems. Maintains communication accessibility 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Failure to perform job well could result in failures within the fire alarm systems and/or network. As such, NFPA criteria may not be met which could result in closure of affected buildings. Employee(s) must drive from site to site in a University supplied vehicle.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and six (6) months of experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge: Candidate must have the ability to read, understand, and follow plans, specifications, and blueprints. Candidates must have the ability to operate basic computer software.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to operate an OTDR (fiber assessment equipment). NICET certification.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

Fire Alarm System Technician I - 527213