Fire Safety Tech III; Fire Alarm Systems

Position: Fire Safety Tech III (Fire Alarm Systems)

position title

fire safety tech iii (fire alarm systems)

posting date

12/22/2025

open until filled

yes

position number

1001098

hiring range

minimum: $35.69/hr

maximum: $36.75/hr

union type

seiu

seiu level

p

flsa status

non-exempt

employment category

regular full time

scheduled months per year

12

scheduled hours per week

40

schedule

monday-friday, 7.30am-4.00pm; saturday/sunday off

location of position

hanover, nh

remote work eligibility

onsite only

term position

no

grant funded position

no

position purpose

the fire safety tech iii (fire alarm systems) must have skills and knowledge in all aspects of the maintenance and repair of life safety systems including fire sprinkler systems. Identifies fire alarm system problems, troubleshoots, and makes repairs. Performs a variety of tasks involved with testing, maintaining, installing, analyzing, and repairing all types of life safety systems. Maintains a working knowledge of fire suppression systems and kitchen hoods.

required

qualifications - education and years experience

high school plus 3+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

required qualifications - skills, knowledge and abilities

• high school graduate or equivalency
• must have at least four years of relevant experience.
• must have a valid driver license and be able to qualify under the terms of the dartmouth approved driver policy.
• ability to identify and install fire safety system parts.
• experience with fire safety systems; ability to identify fire alarm system problems and have the knowledge to troubleshoot and make repairs.
• basic knowledge of the life safety codes.
• strong knowledge of testing systems.
• ability to use filling station to recharge extinguishers.
• knowledge of fire suppression systems such as fire sprinkler, tamper, flow switches etc.
• ability to follow detailed schematics and wiring diagram blueprints on all equipment.
• extensive knowledge of testing systems.
• knowledge of av systems
• knowledge of nfpa 10, 13, 25, 70 and 72
• extensive knowledge of life safety codes.
• knowledge of and the ability to apply all relevant local and national codes and safety regulations related to the installation, operation and maintenance of life safety systems.
• skill in the use of alarm system repair and testing tools and equipment such as signal generators and voltmeters, soldering irons, screw drivers, wiring tolls and similar.
• familiarity with detailed programming of fire safety systems.
• computer skills related to troubleshooting and programming fire alarm panels or reading pm work (bird dog inspection system/asario preferred).
• must have the ability to follow complex written and oral assignments and communicate effectively.
• must be able to work independently under minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment and have excellent problem-solving skills.
• willingness to work overtime as required.
• strong customer service orientation.

required training

• driver safety- electrical safety related work practices
• lock-out/tag-out
• respirator training
• fit and physical examination
• working in confined spaces
• laboratory safety/hazardous waste management training
• asbestos awareness training
• blood borne pathogen training

department contact for recruitment inquiries

campus services hr

department contact phone number

department contact for cover letter and title

billy lyons, security & access control shop manager

equal opportunity employer

dartmouth college is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

background check

employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to dartmouth college. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

is

driving a vehicle an essential function of this job?

yes

special instructions to applicants

union positions are available to seiu union members only during the first week of posting. After one week of posting, if the position has not been filled internally, it is open to the general public and other members of the dartmouth community. Open to union members only from (12/22/25) through (12/28/25)

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