Fire​/Safety Specialist

Join our Team at Portland Community College

Portland Community College is the largest post‑secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full‑ and part‑time students. PCC, which is roughly the size of Rhode Island, has four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. Wherever you're coming from and wherever you're going in life, Portland Community College has the classes and programs to get you there.

Our unique role is to make high‑quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve.

Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.

Portland Community College will ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs.

Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.

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This position will close once sufficient qualified applications have been received.

Under the direction of a manager or director, ensures the design, construction, repair and maintenance of all fire, intrusion and life safety systems (systems) meet college expectations. Incumbent receives and evaluates work orders and requests, investigates requests and troubleshoots problems where appropriate, establishes priorities and coordinates with contractors, when required, to make necessary repairs. Incumbent provides subject matter expertise related to systems.

Incumbent manages the work of outside contractors to make sure all work meets college requirements and applicable codes. Incumbent reviews and approves contractor invoices. May assist other departments with wiring or installations within license authority.

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• State of Oregon Limited Energy Electrical License, NICET II (Fire Alarms) or equivalent (please be sure to list your licenses in your cover letter or the Skills section of the application).
• Two years of experience with Fire and Life Safety code compliance, service and maintenance across a broad spectrum of fire and life safety systems.
• One year of experience inspecting Fire and Life Safety Systems.
• Silent Knight Intelliknight certification within one year of hire.

These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.

Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

• Experience designing, installing, and reviewing construction and remodel projects.
• Experience overseeing and reviewing the work of maintenance contractors.
• Experience obtaining quotes for projects and monitoring budget use.
• Experience maintaining detailed project and code documentation.

The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square‑mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two‑year degrees, one‑year certificate programs, short‑term training, alternative education, pre‑college courses and life‑long learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inspiring campus community
• Opportunities for learning and professional development

Classified 23 (A)

Full time

There is never a dull moment  offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you’ll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Oregon PERS contribution
• Tax‑defe…