Worker, Life Safety Systems
Requisition # 2023-16426
Date Posted 2 days ago(2/13/2023 7:58 AM)
Department
Site Protection-Tech Staff
Category
Building Trades and Technicians
Job Type
Full-Time
Overview
The Life Safety Systems Testing & Inspection Worker, as a member of the
Facilities Operations Site Protection Department, provides assistance with
supporting the Life Safety Systems Testing & Inspection Shop. The shop is
responsible for all regulatory inspections of Life Safety Systems on campus
(i.e., Fire Alarm detection systems, Sprinkler suppression systems, and Ansul
systems). The Worker at all times will exemplify the Facilities Core Values
of Teamwork, Innovation, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Respect and Sustainability,
while modeling and reinforcing the associated behaviors with their peers and
follow all University safety rules and regulations at all times.
Responsibilities
Assist technicians with the inspection & testing of life safety systems
and equipment, may be assigned to other shops occasionally as a helper.
Perform other duties as assigned including overtime and emergency work.
Assist in material handling and delivering of materials and clean-up of
completed projects.
Keep vehicles and job sites in clean and professional condition.
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
Must be able to properly and safely use the tools of the trade, (ladders,
battery load tester, smoke detector performance tester), and safely carry
out all assigned tasks.
Must be able to assist technicians as helper to inspect & test life safety
systems.
Must be capable of carrying step ladders up or down several flights of
stairs and be capable of working off step and extension ladders.
Must have a baseline level computer literacy with, or the ability to learn
Abode Reader, Maximo Work Orders, Tigerspace basics.
Must be capable of working with others on a team, yet be able to take on
responsibility and function independently.
Must be an organized, self-starter who is capable of working extended
periods independently.
Must be able to read and interpret basic Tigerspace drawings.
Must be able to work with other trades personnel and customers.
Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass a background check.
After-Hour Emergency Response-Must be able to respond to after normal
business hour emergencies and incidents as needed, and on short notice.
All Facilities Employees are considered essential and are expected to be
available to work as directed by the department during emergencies and
certain campus events.
Interactive Tasks:
Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse environment with
demonstrated flexibility and composure.
Model our core value of Teamwork by developing internal and external
partnerships to better accomplish goals; maintains good working
relationships with co-workers, superiors and public.
Show our core value of Innovation in support of the department,
encouraging creativity, sharing valued remarks, and demonstrating
perseverance with recommendations to management.
Practice our core value of Integrity by performing job duties in
accordance with University and departmental policies and procedures,
professional standards and practices and in accordance to relevant laws,
regulations and practices.
Demonstrate our core value of Inclusiveness by representing strong
employee morale and cultivating a culture of inclusion and fairness.
Show our core value of Respect when representing the university or
department during campus activities, customer service, or other topics of
general interest to the public or University Community; maintains
appropriate attendance in the workplace by keeping tardiness and unplanned
absences to a minimum.
Model our core value of Sustainability while performing work duties such
as waste removal, product usage, and interacting with the campus community
encouraging good recycling habits.
Collaborate with the University community and promote healthy working
relationships on a regular basis through professionalism and courtesy.
Create a safety culture by modeling safe behavior, regularly participating
in scheduled Safety Huddles, demonstrating safe work practices, and
serving as an ambassador on safety matters.
Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other
essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Physical Demands: The following skills are necessary to work in any of the job
classifications within the Testing & Inspection Shop of the Department of Site
Protection:
stand or walk up to 2 hours at one time, up to 8 hours per day;
sit for less than 2 hours during an 8 hour day;
operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, high reach,
cherry picker) occasionally (less than 33% of the workday)
lift or carry up to 35 pounds frequently (34 – 66% of the workday) and
100 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday);
lift up to 100 pounds to waist height and up to 35 pounds in a range of
motions from floor to overhead:
frequently use hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing or
pulling (34 – 66% of the workday);
occasionally push or pull with forces up to 100 pounds, reach overhead,
lift overhead, crawl, knee stand, lie down, pick or jack hammer (less
than 33% of the work day);
frequently push or pull with forces up to 50 pounds, bend, squat, kneel,
climb ladders or stairs, or reach overhead (34 – 66% of the work day);
work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions;
possess ability to work at heights, full range of body motions and
physical agility, and ability to maintain balance.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and
all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity
or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status,
or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Standard Weekly Hours
40.00
Eligible for Overtime
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Probationary Period
90 days
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)
Yes
Physical Capacity Exam Required
Yes
Valid Driver's License Required
Yes
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