Fire Protection Systems Specialist

• Inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs fire protection systems including, but not limited to, the following (in compliance with applicable codes and standards): all automatic fire sprinkler systems (including wet, dry and pre-action systems), standpipe systems and hoses, fire pumps, exterior hydrants and post indicator valves, automatic foam systems, dry chemical systems, gaseous suppression systems and elevator fire recall systems.
• Monitors the performance of the fire alarm systems.
• Coordinates the periodic required testing and inspections of the fire alarm systems per applicable codes, whether performed by outside vendors or in-house personnel.
• Insures that established shutdown procedures are followed in conjunction with construction and maintenance activities when the fire alarm systems are affected by these activities.
• Documents and maintains records of inspection, tests and maintenance activities, noting deficiencies requiring correction and the interaction with the fire detection and alarm systems.
• Corrects deficiencies discovered during the aforementioned procedures immediately upon discovery, if possible.
• Promptly reports all deficiencies, that prevent or compromise proper systems operations and that cannot be immediately corrected, to leadership.
• Executes modifications and additions to the various fire protection systems as directed.
• Manages, bids and awards work to outside vendors performing modifications and additions to the various fire protection systems.
• Identifies and requisitions necessary materials and supplies required for the proper operation and maintenance of the various fire protection system.
• Manages Hot Work permit program.
• Conducts and assists management with safety training for Facilities employees (maintain firestopping FIT Level factory certification as a FIT Level instructor).
• Acts as the main interface and liaison for Fire and Life Safety inspections with property insurance carrier and other Authorities Having Jurisdiction (i.e. D.
• O.
• H., JCAHO, Fire Dept, Local Code Compliance, Factory Mutual, etc.).
• Identifies and makes proper notifications to responsible parties of any conditions that are unsafe or violate Life Safety, NFPA, L and I, OSHA or other applicable codes.
• Evaluates and recommends new products and procedures to enhance systems performance and reliability.
• Directs tradesmen in the performance of the fire damper, life safety inspection, and Building Maintenance Programs and correction of deficiencies as directed.
• Trouble-shoots and programs reports for Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Travel may be required. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.