Fire and Safety Technician II; Troubleshooting and Repair); Facilities, Real Estate Pla.

Job Description Summary

The Fire and Life Safety Technician is responsible for the hands‑on troubleshooting, repair, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and other building fire protection. This position diagnoses system faults, identifies and resolves equipment deficiencies, and performs preventive maintenance to ensure reliable system operation. In addition, the technician will identify compliance with applicable fire codes, ordinances, and safety standards of the Life Safety systems.

The role also supports emergency response, contractor coordination, and the ongoing maintenance of campus fire and life safety systems.

* This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non‑immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

• Inspect and test fire protection and detection systems to verify proper installation and compliance with laws, codes, and standards.
• Troubleshoot and arrange repair or replacement of defective fire/safety equipment and elevators.
• Conduct inspections of buildings to verify compliance with life‑safety and fire‑safety standards.
• Respond to emergencies in mechanical, electrical, and structural systems to assess fire/safety threats.
• Maintain and inspect fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and sprinklers.
• Disable and re‑enable fire panels as directed.
• Coordinate with contractors and review their work to ensure compliance with requirements and applicable codes.
• Assist in the development of emergency preparedness procedures and ongoing training requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports of inspections and maintenance activities.
• Additional duties as assigned by the manager.

• High school or equivalent plus 3‑5 years of experience in fire safety systems across higher education and institutional. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• At least 3‑5 years of experience in fire prevention, fire safety inspection, life safety, or a related field.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local fire and life safety regulations and codes (e.g., NFPA, OSHA).
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to meet the needs of the University’s automobile insurance policy.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication skills for conducting training sessions and interacting with University staff and emergency services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working in a University or large institutional setting is preferred.
• Certification in fire and life safety, such as Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) or similar, is preferred.

• Responsible for own work.
• This position may be designated as essential personnel to support business continuity during campus emergencies, disasters, or other special needs as directed by management. Essential personnel are subject to recall inside/outside their normal schedule. Additional details can be found in the Wake Forest University Policy on Weather and Other Unusual Conditions.

• Medium Work:
  Exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to conduct building inspections, including climbing ladders, accessing rooftops, and inspecting confined spaces.
• Close visual acuity, such as operations of machines, using measurement devices, and/or visual inspections of small parts or devices.

• Ability to work in both office and field settings.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends, or be…