Position Information
| Posting date |
02/10/2025 |
| Closing date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Position Number |
1011971 |
| Position Title |
Fire Safety Technician C |
| Department this Position Reports to |
Jason Bergeron |
| Hiring Range Minimum |
$25.31/hr (Entry Rate) |
| Hiring Range Maximum |
$26.34/hr (Job Rate) |
| Union Type |
SEIU |
| SEIU Level |
F |
| FLSA Status |
Non-Exempt |
| Employment Category |
Regular Full Time |
| Scheduled Months per Year |
12 |
| Scheduled Hours per Week |
40 |
| Schedule |
Monday-Friday, 7.30am-4.00pm; Saturday/Sunday off |
| Location of Position |
Hanover, NH |
| Remote Work Eligibility? |
Onsite only |
| Is this a term position? |
No |
| If yes, length of term in months. |
12 |
| Is this a grant funded position? |
No |
| Position Purpose |
With specific direction, performs a variety of basic tasks involved with inspecting and testing of fire safety assets. Performs monthly testing and inspections of assets including fire extinguishers and sprinkler valves. Assists technicians with other testing and troubleshooting systems. Maintains records, reporting and entering data. |
| Description |
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| Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp |
High School or equivalency |
| Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities |
- High school graduate or GED.
- Basic computer skills; able to enter data correctly and document inspections in database
- Must have a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience related to mechanical, electrical or electronics fields helpful.
- Experience related to fire alarm or sprinkler systems desirable but not required. Basic skills associated with the maintenance and repair of fire safety systems including fire alarms and sprinkler systems preferred.
- Knowledge of NFPA 10 and 25 fire extinguisher standards.
- Skill in the use of hand tools and basic testing equipment preferred
- Ability to follow complex written and oral assignments and communicate effectively.
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment and have excellent problem solving skills.
- Willingness to cross-train in various trades related to the maintenance of fire safety systems.
- Must successfully complete and remain certified and compliant in all safety or trades related course work as may be required by the College.
- Willingness to work overtime as required.
- Customer service orientation.
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| Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries |
Campus Services HR |
| Department Contact Phone Number |
603-646-3323 |
| Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title |
Jason Bergeron, Director of Maintenance Services |
| Department Contact's Phone Number |
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| Equal Opportunity Employer |
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. |
| Background Check |
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. |
| Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? |
Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
UNION
POSITIONS
ARE
AVAILABLE TO
SEIU
UNION
MEMBERS
ONLY
DURING
THE
FIRST
WEEK OF
POSTING.
AFTER
ONE
WEEK OF
POSTING, IF
THE
POSITION
HAS
NOT
BEEN
FILLED
INTERNALLY, IT IS
OPEN TO
THE
GENERAL
PUBLIC
AND
OTHER
MEMBERS OF
THE
DARTMOUTH
COMMUNITY.
OPEN TO
UNION
MEMBERS
ONLY
FROM 2/10/25
THROUGH 2/16/25.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
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| Additional Instructions |
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| Quick Link |
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77564 |
Key Accountabilities
| Description |
Responsibilities
- Performs monthly testing and inspections of fire safety assets including fire extinguishers and sprinkler valves. Documents inspections in database.
- Confirms monthly fire extinguisher inspections.
- Under direction, assists with testing, maintenance and troubleshooting of fire safety systems.
- Aligns, adjusts and calibrates equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations.
- Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and inspections.
- Confirms valves are secured in open position.
- Assists with set up and monitors public address systems for special events, sporting events, and other functions, many of which are during off hours.
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| Percentage Of Time |
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| Description |
Working Conditions
- Work requires bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in cramped or awkward positions.
- Work involves regular lifting, carrying, and holding objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
- Work involves regular stair climbing in buildings of 4 to 5 levels.
- Work is performed: indoors, outdoors, in bad weather, in areas that are noisy, dirty, or smoky.
- Work involves exposure to hazards from electric shock, burns, cuts, and chemical fumes.
- Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as: aprons or overalls, gloves, and goggles or masks.
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| Percentage Of Time |
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| Description |
Culture and Employee Belonging
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
- Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College
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| Percentage Of Time |
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| -- |
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. |
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Performs other duties as assigned. |
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