Electrician/Fire Alarm Tech - Electrical & Life Safety Systems

Job DescriptionJob Description

Summary:

The Electrician/Fire Alarm Tech is to provide a safe, reliable, code compliant, and functional infrastructure, that produces an efficient living and learning environment. The DC licensed electrician and/or NICET certified technician is responsible for evaluating, maintaining, repairing, and replacing a variety of electrical and life safety facility components (as their training and credentialing may allow), to ensure the equipment is fully operational and meets university standards. The position holder will also be involved in corrective and preventive maintenance, minor alteration work, and may oversee temporary labor, and/or other trade persons or contractors as required. The position holder requires general supervision and often works independently. 

Essential Functions:

• Performs routine testing, inspection, operation and maintenance of campus central Fire Alarm System(s) and Sprinkler systems (wet, dry and special hazard) and in order to assure that these systems are code compliant, safe and operating as designed.

• Includes corrective repairs and construction, renovation, improvement projects (e.g. Capital, Deferred Maint., Energy projects) support. 

• Performs routine testing, inspection, operation and maintenance of campus Medium Voltage electrical systems, emergency generator and transfer equipment/systems in order to assure that these systems are code compliant, safe and operating as designed.

• Includes corrective repairs and construction, renovation, improvement projects (e.g. Capital, Deferred Maint., Energy projects) support. 

• Perform logistical and administrative functions associated with workload. Attend meetings and recommended/required trainings in order to stay current with codes, departmental procedures, new equipment and to maximize job performance.

• Provide expert support for Commissioning, Special Events and other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Perform job tasks independently or in conjunction with other parties and to the standard that meets or exceeds DC, as well as Code compliance guidelines (e.g. NFPA).

• ​Developing Plans​.

• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions​.

• Building and Supporting Teams​.

• ​Championing Customer Needs​.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-Time.

• 40 hours per week.

• Hours are 7:30am – 4:00pm Monday-Friday (with occasional late evening, night, and weekend work).

Salary Range:

• $35.21 - $42.26 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:  

• ​​High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum ​​4-6 years of relevant experience​.

• The incumbent of the position is to hold and maintain a DC Journeyman Electrician license (generally ), and/or Equivalent NICET Fire Alarm Systems certification.

• District of Columbia Journeyman Electrician License (required; or an equivalent NICET certification).

• Ability to work in confined spaces.

• Ability to work and function in a wide range of climate conditions.

• Schedule flexibility to respond and report onsite to emergency calls.

• Basic Computer and Smartphone usage skills.

• Valid Driver’s License.

•  Maintain a valid driver’s license with fewer than 2 points. 

Education and Experience:​ 

• Electrical Apprenticeship.

• Siemens Desigo Modular and/or Siemens Desigo modular voice certifications classes.

• ​​5-8 years of relevant experience​.

• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding and at heights at 40 feet, and lift 50 lbs. .

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

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Contact Us

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