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Fire Alarm Engineering Technician (Search Extended)

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• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable)
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at  or by email jobs.

HIRING RANGE : $34.45-$39.51 per hour based on experience. Pay Grade: 12

Install, test, maintain and repair fire safety systems that ensure the safety of building occupants in compliance with relevant codes and regulations. Perform mechanical/electrical work.

• Oversee the installation of fire alarm systems and supporting software in all DMACC buildings. This would require compliance with National Fire Protection Association ( NFPA ) safety codes and standards and ensure the devices meet all local and federal building codes. Working with Information Systems staff to ensure proper operation of the ONYX fire alarm local area network.
• Oversee the repairs of all fire alarm systems and respond to emergency maintenance calls outside of normal working hours. Provide training and written procedures to Mechanical/Electrical Technicians and Security Officers procedures to respond to system malfunctions.
• Ensure the systems and equipment continue to work according to their specifications by overseeing semi-annual testing and inspection of fire and tornado alarm tornado systems. This would include the purchase of diagnostic tools and preparation of fire alarm systems service reports for each building.
• Complete Mechanical/Electrical Technician duties installing and repairing electrical, lighting, plumbing, HVAC and related college equipment on all campuses in accordance with regulations and codes. Assist Automation System Analyst in troubleshooting malfunctions; repair and installation of energy management controls on all campuses to ensure proper operation of equipment for energy consumption savings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Journeyman electrical license.
• Three years work experience in the installation, testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies ( NICET ) Level III Fire Alarm Certification.
• Ability to understand and comply with National Fire Protection Association ( NFPA ) safety codes and standards and ensure that the devices meet all local and federal laws and building codes.
• Ability to use Microsoft products.
• Knowledge of a variety of different manufacturer’s equipment.
• Ability to read building blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Ability to move 75 pounds and climb 30 ft. extension ladders.
• Valid Iowa Drivers license with satisfactory driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from…