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Category: Maintenance and Facilities
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Evening
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Facilities Mgt - W842000
Job Type: Full-Time
Union Code: Union Position-W20-AFSCME Trades and Building Svc
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: Aug. 19, 2026
Salary Minimum: USD $33.08/Hr.
Salary Maximum: USD $45.10/Hr.
Under the general supervision of the Sr. Director or designee, the Safety System Technician installs, repairs, operates, tests, and modifies equipment used in supervised fire detection, notification and suppression systems throughout the University Campus. The Safety System Technician will ensure a fire safe environment, provide proper training to all facilities staff members, maintains test and repair records.
Responsibilities
- Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs building life-safety equipment and systems, including addressable networked fire alarm systems, suppression systems and central station monitoring equipment.
- Performs inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with applicable standards and requirements of the National Fire Protection Association, Local/State codes, and other compliance requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
- Inspection and testing of systems including fire alarms, extinguishers and suppression systems, elevators, and hydrants.
- Operation and understanding of fire pump controllers and variable frequency drives
- Operation and understanding of stationary proportioner extinguishing systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections, documents time and material consumed in performance of this work.
- While in the performance of routine duties; it may be required, as needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower graded classification, where the work or task does not require a specific license.
- Conform to codes, rules, regulations, and safety standards associated with the trade.
- Interprets and updates plans, drawings and prints as necessary.
- Must be able to use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for work assignments.
- Complete appropriate documentation ensuring accuracy of data for accreditation and compliance purposes.
- Ensure materials and equipment requirements are at the site to complete work in an efficient manner.
- Maintain spare parts inventory and anticipate future needs.
- Assist in training new employees of lower or equal classification.
- Attend all required training.
- Perform other duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum three years of experience installing or maintaining building fire alarm systems, central station fire alarm monitoring, and suppression systems.
- Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician or Class D Electrical license required.
- Effective communication skills; verbal and written.
- Ability to use electronic devices, such as an iPad.
- Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions as they pertain to the construction trades.
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel to off-site locations.
PREFERRED:
- Working knowledge of NFPA 72
- Experience with Simplex TrueSite and addressable/networked systems
Environmental Working Conditions:
• May perform work in all Medical Center facilities and is subject to possible exposure to chemicals, gases, electrical shock.
• Ability to perform physically arduous tasks.
• Normal dexterity, visual acuity, ability to lift up to 50 lbs., ability to climb and work from ladders and scaffolding, and work in confined areas.
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test or don a PAPR hood.
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Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.
In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement).
At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience.
We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.
Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.
In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.
UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.
