Safety System Technician AssistantUnder the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or designee, the Safety System Technician Assistant installs, repairs, operates, tests, and modifies equipment used in supervised fire detection, notification and suppression systems throughout the University and off-site facilities. Has responsibility to insure a fire safe environment, provide proper training to all facilities staff members, maintains test and repair records.ResponsibilitiesMaintain record keeping of annual fire extinguisher inspections campus wide per NFPA requirementsMaintain and inspect all portable fire extinguishers and fire related systems as scheduledGenerate reports and documentation of drills, testing and inspection activitiesPerform weekly, monthly, semi-annual and annual maintenance and inspections on all fire protection related systems and equipment as the tests relate to NFPA and TJC requirementsPerform to identify/inspect fire/smoke/corridor doors per NFPAPerform and support monthly/annual fire service elevator recall testing per NFPA and Massachusetts code requirementsMaintain and file in a legible manner all compliance related documentationRespond to all fire detection system related incidents per NFPA requirementsCorrect, modify, and revise drawings to reflect new installations and changesMaintain spare parts inventory and other materials as neededWhile in the performance of routine duties; may be required, needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower grade classification; where the work or task does not require a specific licensePerform other duties as requiredQualificationsHigh school diploma, or equivalent experience3 years' experience working with computerized intelligent fire alarm systems or equivalent experienceWorking knowledge of central station fire alarm configuration and various automatic sprinkler systemsNormal visual acuity, manual dexterity, ability to lift 50 lbs.; work from ladders, and in confined spacesWorking knowledge of the Massachusetts State Fire Regulations (NFPA and TJC Standards)Ability to travel to off-site locationsAbility to identify device descriptions within the fire alarm monitoring systemKnowledge of fully addressable fire alarm systemsKnowledge of fire alarm related testing equipmentKnowledge of fire alarm related system parts/components