Fire/Life Safety Team Lead

About USC FPM

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!

Job Summary:

Serves as a Trades Specialist, Lead performing advanced shop procedures in one of the following programs, (fire, life, safety systems, high voltage distribution systems and electrical repairs; steam distribution and boiler repairs; plumbing systems; AC systems; Lock Shop Program). Has responsibility for oversight and coordination of trades personnel within a shop/team. Assists supervisor on a variety of mechanical trade specialty procedures and compliance programs. Assigns tasks, schedules work locations and monitors assigned areas and activities. Coordinates work of employees, including trades, non-trades, contractors and provides general project management for assigned projects. Assists supervisor with training and guidance to ensure that high standards of quality, service and customer satisfaction are maintained. May assume leadership role in the absence of supervisor as assigned and/or designated.

Job accountabilities:

• Tests fire alarm systems according to current fire codes and regulations
• Inspect fire alarm systems before, during and after construction projects
• Coordinates with Monitoring Station to avoid response to test
• Run Test on fire alarm system and report to monitoring station
• Follow and maintain a highly structured testing schedule
• Complete assigned Reg 4 test on time
• Candidate should have the ability to accurately discern, and document deficiencies found during an inspection and produce reports accurately
• Enters fire alarm testing documentation into the fire system database
• Performs preventive maintenance on fire systems.
• Troubleshoots and repairs fire alarm systems
• Performs minor installation of fire alarm system components
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other techs
• Coordinates with contractors for fire system additions and changes
• Enables and disables fire systems for construction projects, events and
• Assign and coordinate day-to-day work orders for team members

Maintenance

• Assists with fire drills and evacuation exercises
• Maintains stock levels and storage of new and used fire system equipment
• Keeps accurate records of materials and time. Ensures proper use of resources and time
• Responds to fire/life safety system activations, alarm, trouble and supervisory calls
• Stands in as fire watch when fire systems are impaired
• Maintains current knowledge on existing and pending legislation within the industry
• Practices safe driving, ensures company vehicle is kept clean and safe
• Provides customer service and user training as required
• Participating in on call rotation

Requirements:

• 5-7 years previous work experience in fire alarm system inspections or similar trade within fire protection industry
• CA Blue Card
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of fire alarm systems and sprinkler systems
• Knowledge and understanding NFPA standards
• High school diploma
• AS Degree preferred
• Must be able to read blueprints, diagrams, operation/product manuals, software/system programs
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Be proficient in completing and legible paperwork
• Demonstrate mechanical and electrical skills
• Experience with Notifier, Edwards, and or Simplex a plus
• Must be punctual, have excellent work ethics and strong organizational skills
• NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level 2 preferred
• Certified Notifier Verifier

Preferred Qualifications

• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Fire Alarm Systems Level 2
• Los Angeles Fire Department Chiefs Regulation 4: Basic and Complex Fire Life Safety Systems Certification
• REG 4 Basic and Complex Fire Life Safety Systems Certification preferred

Other Job Factors:

• Must obtain Los Angeles Fire Department Chiefs Regulation 4: Emergency Generator and Battery Systems Testers Certification within 6 months. License shall be maintained thereafter.
• Flexible Work Schedule and overtime required
• May be required to work various shifts such as early mornings, evenings, and weekends to meet the University requirements
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.

Benefits

• USC's Commitment to You:We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:
  • Tuition assistance for you and your family
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
  • 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC
  • 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Hourly Range:

The hourly range for this position is $38.89 - $41.88/hr. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.