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Sanford Health Fire Safety Technician - Full Time Days in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Facility: Laundry/Maintenance Building
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50
Department Details
Prepare and write reports detailing specific fire prevention and protection issues, such as work performed, revised codes or standards, and proposed review schedules.
Inspect and test fire protection or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or doing other preventive maintenance actions
Job Summary
The Fire Safety Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, testing, and maintaining a regular inspection schedule for fire alarm system, fire sprinkler, fire suppression and other life safety systems. Documents all testing and activities for Joint Commission. Assists other skilled trades and contractors with projects. Acts as a resource for Maintenance Department staff. Performs information review training with new employees in Maintenance Department.
Due to the importance of documenting technical work done, accurate and timely completion of all service reports and other documents is very important. Basic computer skills necessary. Remains current on new technology, methodology, and equipment. Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes, specifications, and ordinances.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Trade school or vocational school preferred.
When applicable, may need a valid driver's license. If valid driver's license is required, must maintain a good driving record.
Benefits
Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .
Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0188693
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No