Fire Systems Specialist

Posting Number: SP005138P

Division/College: Facilities Management

Department: Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.

Location: Moscow

This position is responsible for ensuring life safety systems are working properly to detect and announce fires and/or trouble in all campus buildings. This is an essential position that may be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

• Ensure proper operation of fire alarm systems
• Collect and maintain fire systems records and information
• Update and manage the university’s fire alarm system preventative maintenance schedules
• Install and maintain campus panic/duress systems and CCTV systems
• Maintain and service campus fire extinguishers
• Other duties as assigned

• Programming, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing and repairing conventional and addressable fire suppression, detection and alarm systems
• Interpreting plans and blueprints for electrical and mechanical systems

• None

• Possess a State of Idaho Limited Energy License or obtain one within six months of hire
• Possess a valid driver’s license and meet university vehicle driving policy requirements
• Respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call‑out duty on a regular rotation
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Familiarity with recognized codes and standards related to the fire alarm system industry such as NFPA, IBC, UL and IFC
• Good knowledge of basic computer operations and alarm system microprocessors; data logging devices and methods of interfacing equipment to computers; and electronic instrumentation principles
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Understanding of engineering, hydraulics and the design of Automatic Fire Suppression (AFS) systems, halon systems and dry chemical extinguishing systems
• Certification in fire alarm systems with the National Institute for Certification of Engineering Technologies (NICET)

• Must be able to
  • Bend, stoop and climb ladders
  • Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Employee Category:
Classified

Pay Range:
Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.0

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Visa Sponsorship:
No

Posting Date: 01/06/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

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Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.