Safety Systems Coordinator

Safety Systems Coordinator

9599BR

Finance & Administration

Aux-Facilities

Job Summary

The Safety Systems Coordinator, reporting to the Safety Systems Supervisor is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, inspecting & testing fire alarm & fire suppression devices and systems following state and federal regulations within the university apartment complex areas. Additionally, installs, inspects and services portable fire extinguishers within all apartment areas & inspects facilities shops & inventory areas to ensure compliance with OSHA work safe standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly Health and Safety Inspections and OFPC Inspections for all of Housing (communication, inspections, follow-up, tracking).
• Install, inspect and service all portable fire extinguishers within university apartment complex common areas and individual apartments on a monthly basis.
• Coordinate all notifications of inspections and respond to inquiries and feedback from residents.
• Maintain a database to record inspections and results, prepare summary reports as requested.
• Manage inventory of all fire related inventory utilized within the apartment complexes.
• Identify code and safety issues within Housing areas and make recommendations for remediation. Follow up on same through to completion.
• Respond to reported fire system alarms, diagnose the problem, and coordinate corrective action to reset the alarm.
• Identify code issues and violations within apartment areas & maintenance shops.
• Facilitate introductory training for Auxiliary Facilities staff and student workers on care of safety systems and devices used within housing areas.
• Respond to alarm troubles and supervisory signals reported by fire/safety systems, as necessary diagnose problems and perform necessary corrective actions to restore systems functionality.
• Manage electrionic database and required hard copies of all chemical MSDS sheets. Perform annually chemical inventory for EH&S.
• Participate in development of safety awareness training for students & Auxiliary Facilities staff.
• Other Duties As Assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with a strong focus on customer service.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• NICET Fire Alarm Testing and Maintenance Systems Level I certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Cross Connection Control Foundation of the Niagara Frontier INC. Backflow Tester Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.

Preferred Qualifications

• New York State Academy Of Fire Science; Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
• New York State Academy Of Fire Science; Fire Sprinkler Systems Workshop
• NFPA 25 Inspection; Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems
• NFPA 72 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems
• New York State Academy Of Fire Science; Fire Alarm Workshop

Required Minimum Education Level

HS, GED

Work Location

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Shift

Day

Wage Band

115H

FLSA Category

Non-exempt

Employment Category

Fulltime

Required Application Documents

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Department/College Description

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

RIT Auxiliary Facilities and Auxiliary Services are responsible for maintaining and repairing the facilities and mechanical systems throughout RIT housing including all facilities within Global Village. The primary focus is to accomplish daily work orders, manage custodial tasks, and preventative maintenance tasks in a cost efficient manner while providing support services that exceed our customer's expectations.

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Hourly/Salary Minimum

16

Hourly/Salary Maximum

27