Seasonal Contract position supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). Fire Systems Technician – Fire Alarm will perform maintenance and installation tasking under the supervision of Fire Systems Technician – Special Hazards/Supervisor (FT). Tasking is based on ASC schedule requirements.
Position Responsibilities:
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and performs scheduled preventative maintenance on existing fire alarm, detection, notification, and reporting systems
Performs Winterization and De-winterization of fire alarm, detection, notification, and reporting systems in station buildings
Prepares and documents work plans, job hazard analysis, job safety analysis, code required forms, checklists, and internal procedural documents as required
Maintains accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved
Coordinates testing, maintenance, and repair activities as required with other parties such as Antarctic Fire Department, Station Management, Facilities Management, and building occupants.
Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses:
Minimum four years of documented experience installing, testing, inspecting, and maintaining fire protection systems, including fire alarm systems, is required
Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, diagrams, maintenance manual and manufacturer’s troubleshooting guides
Expected Skills and Competencies:
Preferred Qualifications and/or Experience:
Physical and/or Other Requirements:
Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.
Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.
Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
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