Fire Alarm Technician

Job Title: Fire Alarm Technician

Location: Service Center, 4041 N 72 Street, Omaha, NE 68131

Reports To: Supervisor of Maintenance, Service Center

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 261 Duty Days / Non-Exempt

Salary

Schedule:

This is a full-time negotiated position. Salary grade 50L based on Negotiated Agreement

• Minimum of five years of experience at the fully qualified level in the fire alarm/low voltage field is mandatory.
• Possess a state fire alarm installer license, state fire alarm inspector license or Nicet level II certification.
• License to inspect fire extinguishers.
• Demonstrated ability to use the computer as a maintenance level aide is mandatory.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by manager, foreman, and/or administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

• Ability to climb ladders with tools and equipment weighing up to thirty pounds.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to seventy pounds.
• Ability to access equipment in constricted areas.
• Ability to pass functional assessment of physical abilities. Test will be arranged by OPS.

Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Local travel will be required.

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131.

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Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.