Job no: 516974
Work type: Temp Part-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Law/Enforcement/Compliance, Other
Department:71010200 - EHS-FIRE EQUIPMENT

Classification Title:

OPS Fire Safety Technician

Job Description:

The Hazardous Fire Safety Program of Environmental Health & Safety is seeking a part-time assistant to:

• Perform monthly portable fire extinguisher inspections in various buildings/locations on-campus and off campus.
• Complete required swap-outs of extinguishers needing 6-year or 12-year maintenance.
• Walk 5 to 10 miles per day and carry up to 60 pounds (up to six 5 lb. ABC extinguishers or two 10 lb. ABC extinguishers).
• Climb ladders and traverse steps.
• Maintain 100% completion rate of monthly fire equipment inspections on assigned route.

Advertised Salary:

$15.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• General knowledge of the use and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers
• Have a valid Florida Driver’s license with a safe driving history
• Knowledge of UF’s campus.
• Must be dependable and be willing to work inside and outside.
• Must be able to walk 5 to 10 miles per day with the ability to carry up to 60 pounds, and climb ladders, traverse steps.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proof of good work ethic.
• Knowledge of the procedures and methods of maintenance and/or operation of fire extinguisher equipment.
• Skill in using appropriate hand and power tools in maintaining and installing extinguishers, and in repair work.
• Ability to operate Windows based programs and use Windows Mobile Pocket Scanner.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• List of References

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 29 Jun 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Jul 2021 Eastern Daylight Time