Department : Fire & Life Safety Salary : $3,175.00 to $3,966.66 Description : Performs inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire
safety systems across University of Houston facilities, including extinguishers and automated external defibrillators. Keeps detailed records of all maintenance performed. Assists with emergency responses and supports campus fire prevention education efforts. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. 1. Conducts periodic inspections, testing and maintenance of fire safety systems, including extinguishers and automated external defibrillators. 2. Maintains detailed documentation of inspections, maintenance and service performed on fire safety systems. 3. Oversees hydrostatic testing of extinguisher cylinders and refills by outside contractors. 4. Conducts and documents monthly fire drills at all campus child/day-care facilities in accordance with applicable fire codes and licensing requirements. 5. Responds to fire alarm calls and assists with other emergency situations as needed. 6. Educates staff, faculty and students on fire safety and the use of fire extinguishers. 7. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience. Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education. MQ: Requires specialized training in basic trades, principles, procedures, practice, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Additional Posting Information: The University of Houston Fire & Life Safety team is seeking an entry-level technician to support its campus fire door inspection and maintenance program. Responsibilities include assisting with inspections of fire-rated door assemblies, documenting findings, tracking corrective actions, and escorting third-party contractors throughout campus for inspections and repairs. Preferred qualifications include strong attention to detail, basic computer skills, effective communication, and the ability to maintain accurate records and work with campus personnel and contractors. All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
