City of Mesa · 1 month ago
Facilities Equipment Technician II - Fire Alarm Systems
City of Mesa is seeking a Facilities Equipment Technician II for their Fire Alarm assignment in the Facilities Management Department. This role involves performing skilled work in fire alarm systems, including installation, maintenance, and repair, while ensuring compliance with local and national codes.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Performing skilled work in fire alarm systems and related equipment in City buildings
Installing, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm systems
Installing, repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining a variety of fire alarm systems
Ensuring compliance with local and national codes
Conducting regular inspections and testing of fire alarm systems to ensure proper operation and compliance with regulatory standards
Diagnosing and repairing system malfunctions - covering wiring, panels, detectors, switches, and notification devices
Conducting annual and periodic device testing; documenting results and maintaining compliance records
Responding promptly to service calls and emergencies to resolve fire alarm issues
Independently planning and completing large maintenance projects which includes developing a scope of work, obtaining proposals, securing funding, awarding the project, following through to a successful completion, and documenting
Acting as a lead worker for Facilities Equipment Technician I or Trades Workers on various projects
Exercising initiative and independent judgment in troubleshooting malfunctions and determining the proper method of repair
Using appropriate safety equipment and procedures in performing assignments
Performing other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Considerable (3 - 5 years) commercial journey-level experience in the trade related to fire alarm systems
Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date
Must possess a valid Fire Alarm Systems Level I (or higher) from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) or equivalent certification by application date
Must obtain a Level II NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification within one year of hire or promotion date
Must pass a background investigation through the City of Mesa Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Federal Bureau of Investigation prior to commencing employment with the City of Mesa
Individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures
Preferred
Considerable experience with Computer Managed Maintenance System (CMMS) software and energy management systems