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Safety System Technician Assistant

Job Number: 2026-49616

Category: Maintenance and Facilities

Location: Worcester, MA

Shift: Day

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt

Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School

Department: School - Facilities Mgt-Maintenance - W842012

Job Type: Full-Time

Union Code: Union Position-W20-AFSCME Trades and Building Svc

Num. Openings: 1

Post Date: May 7, 2026

Work Location: 100% Onsite

Salary Minimum: USD $51,729.60/Yr.

Salary Maximum: USD $60,000.00/Yr.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or designee, the Safety System Technician Assistant installs, repairs, operates, tests, and modifies equipment used in supervised fire detection, notification and suppression systems throughout the University and off-site facilities. Has responsibility to insure a fire safe environment, provide proper training to all facilities staff members, maintains test and repair records.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain record keeping of annual fire extinguisher inspections campus wide per NFPA requirements
• Maintain and inspect all portable fire extinguishers and fire related systems as scheduled
• Generate reports and documentation of drills, testing and inspection activities
• Perform weekly, monthly, semi-annual and annual maintenance and inspections on all fire protection related systems and equipment as the tests relate to NFPA and TJC requirements
• Perform to identify/inspect fire/smoke/corridor doors per NFPA
• Perform and support monthly/annual fire service elevator recall testing per NFPA and Massachusetts code requirements
• Maintain and file in a legible manner all compliance related documentation
• Respond to all fire detection system related incidents per NFPA requirements
• Correct, modify, and revise drawings to reflect new installations and changes
• Maintain spare parts inventory and other materials as needed
• While in the performance of routine duties; may be required, needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower grade classification; where the work or task does not require a specific license
• Perform other duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, or equivalent experience
• 3 years experience working with computerized intelligent fire alarm systems or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of central station fire alarm configuration and various automatic sprinkler systems
• Normal visual acuity, manual dexterity, ability to lift 50 lbs.; work from ladders, and in confined spaces
• Working knowledge of the Massachusetts State Fire Regulations (NFPA and TJC Standards)
• Ability to travel to off-site locations
• Ability to identify device descriptions within the fire alarm monitoring system
• Knowledge of fully addressable fire alarm systems
• Knowledge of fire alarm related testing equipment
• Knowledge of fire alarm related system parts/components

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.

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