Lead Fire Alarms Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in the repair of fire alarm equipment on campus. Ensures fire alarm and fire protection systems code compliance
• Assists in testing and service of fire protection and fire alarm systems on campus. Coordinates with building managers, third party inspectors, and relevant campus departments
• Tests and services fire pumps on a weekly basis in accordance with relevant rules and regulations
• Reviews new construction and renovation plans and specifications for fire alarm quality control
• Assists Project Managers with technical support and contractors with installation and removal of fire alarm and fire protection equipment
• Supports campus safety departments with fire alarm and fire protection systems
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of fire alarm equipment and Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP)
• Knowledge of basic office computer software such as Microsoft Office
• Skill in computerized equipment and control systems such as Simplex fire system environment, Siemens fire system environment, and ALC WebCntl (Automated Logic Corporation web-based building automation system)
• Skill in written and verbal communications
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to use meters to measure volts, amps, ohms, along with tools associated with electronic repairs

Minimum Education & Experience

• Associate's degree in related field
• 6 years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview

Operations, Administrative, Service, or Technical Support Level 4 - Advanced or lead role with deep subject matter expertise and/or functions as a formal or informal team lead. Leads challenging and non-routine tasks, assignments, and projects, often coordinating across teams and developing new methods or techniques. Mentors less experienced staff and reviews or delegates work.

About Facilities Management Services (FMS) & Utilities Maintenance

Facilities Management Services (FMS) supports the RIT community by designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining a high‑quality, cost‑effective campus environment. As part of the FMS Utilities Maintenance team, the Fire Alarm Technician plays a vital role by performing corrective and preventive maintenance on interior and exterior fire alarm and electrical building components.

Why Join Our Team

Work with a team that values hard work and the difference it makes every day. FMS provides dependable, year‑round employment and hands‑on training to help you grow on the job.

Benefits

Eligible for RIT’s comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Sick and vacation time

• 12 paid holidays per year

• Retirement and financial planning resources

• Educational benefits for employees and dependents

• Employee wellness program

• Free use of on‑site fitness facilities

Schedule

The schedule for this position could encompass various shifts, weekends, holidays, and times other than normal work schedules. The successful candidate must provide contact information to be used for an on-call phone listing for reporting to work in off hours or urgent situations such as extreme weather conditions including when the campus is closed.  

Driver’s License Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to drive on occasion and must, upon hire, immediately enroll in the New York State License Event Notification Service (NYS LENS) program. Candidates may refer to RIT’s Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures for additional information.

FLSA Category

Non-Exempt

Work Location

On Campus

Compensation

$31.70-$45.00

Application Materials

When you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information.  This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.