Safety Systems Assistant

Department:
Office of Facilities, Safety and Physical Plant

Locations:
Oneonta, NY

Posted:
Jan 23, 2025

Type:
Full-time

Position

ID: 184835

Job Description:

The Department of Facilities Planning & Safety at the SUNY Oneonta invites applications for the position of Life Safety Systems Assistant. This position is responsible for servicing, maintenance, inspection, and record keeping of life safety systems such as fire extinguishers, Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and other life safety systems. The position reports to the Environmental Health & Safety Officer.

• Servicing and maintenance of Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) systems
• Management of the fire extinguisher program including extinguisher maintenance, coordination of annual inspections and maintenance of record keeping
• Management of other life safety system compliance programs
• Participation in inspections with regulatory and campus agencies
• Code enforcement support and participation on the Facilities emergency response team
• Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable fire safety codes, regulations & standards
• Effective written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to exercise good judgement and decision-making skills
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to carry and move items up to 50lbs
• Must have (and maintain) a valid New York State Driver License

• Degree from an accredited institution in the field of Emergency Management, Fire Science, Fire Protection Technology, or a related field
• New York State Firefighter certification, New York State Certified Code Enforcement Official or Building Safety Inspector
• 3 or more years related work experience in code compliance, fire systems supervision, full time career firefighter or Fire Protection Specialist
• Experience working in a safety related position at an institute of higher education
• Experience working with and serving diverse populations

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture.

The university's  rating is 4.4.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). . Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.