Protection System Tech

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati embarks upon its third century - building on the past and defining the future by leading urban, public universities into a new era of innovation and impact through its strategic direction, Next Lives Here. Underscoring the power of creativity, ingenuity, invention and inclusion, what's Next will accelerate our unrivaled momentum, evidenced by eight straight years of record enrollment and rankings that include placement among America's top 100 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. Home to a diverse student body of nearly 47,000 and more than 4,200 distinguished faculty, the university combines its Research 1 (Very High Research Activity) Carnegie Classification with a physical setting that The New York Times recently acclaimed as the most ambitious campus design program in the country.

 

JOB OVERVIEW

Install, support, monitor, maintain and repair University electronic safety and security systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

*Install, repair, replace, service and test various types of electronic equipment. Performs component-level repairs or makes modifications of equipment. May perform some fabrication of parts. *Monitor systems participate in troubleshooting/problem determination and make hardware/software repairs or refer problem to appropriate party. Follow-up to inform department of current problem status and ensure issue is resolved. *Perform system administration for electronic safety and security systems. *Inspect equipment, perform preventive maintenance and provide appropriate documentation for maintenance activities. Monitor parts inventory and requests additional parts. *Work closely with Planning + Design + Construction by reviewing building drawings and documents to provide suggestions and approval for electronic safety and security systems.  *Assist with project management by attending job meetings and provide system check out at end of installation.  *Interpret blueprints, sketches and layouts; determining amount of materials needed and time involved. Applies all pertinent codes.  *Provide system user training. *Test system components at the required intervals and with testing methods outlined in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards. *Act as emergency responder for Fire Safety Inspectors during non-business hours.  *Designated as Essential Personnel required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency campus closures, often working alone during these times. *Subject to being on call or called back to work. Required to work flexible hours and/or overtime during weekdays, evenings, nights, and weekends as required. *Work Schedule: Second shift, days vary, 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (10-hour shift/4 days per week)Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

*Vocational or technical training or degree in Electronic Technology or related field. *Four (4) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

REQUIRED TRAININGS/CERTIFICATIONS

*Must have current valid state operator's license with acceptable driving record. *Must obtain/possess a current Ohio Fire License within one (1) year of employment. *Must pass a complete background check and polygraph examination.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

*Must have at least two (2) years of experience in installation and repair of digital electronic systems. *Must be able to understand and interpret industry codes and standards. *Must be able to safely and effectively use general hand tools and power tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

*Sitting - Continuously *Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Continuously *Standing - Continuously *Hearing, listening - Often *Talking - Often *Walking - Often *Bending - Often *Stooping - Often *Climbing stairs/ladders - Often *Kneeling, squatting - Often *Crouching - Often *Crawling - Often *Reaching overhead - Often *Pulling, pushing - Often *Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often *Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often *Lifting - over 50 pounds - Often *Shoveling - Seldom *Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions. *Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals. *Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. *Close Quarters: Employees are frequently required to work in crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, sewage and water line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

 

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

 

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The University of Cincinnati
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