General Definition of Work
The electronic fire alarm specialist under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion related to a variety of highly-technical duties in the design, programming, and maintenance of fire alarm, intercom, and public address systems or surveillance camera systems. Employee performs district-level work to carry-out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Maintenance Operations Supervisor.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function 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.
Salary/Status
Hourly NC 12/ Full-time, 12 months
Reports To
Maintenance Operations Supervisor
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
- Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
- Design, program, and supervise the installation of fire alarm systems, intercom systems, and public address (PA) or surveillance camera systems
- Service, repair, and maintain a wide variety of electronic and audiovisual equipment including cameras, radios, and other electronic devices
- Install, maintain, and repair fire alarms, bells, clocks, closed-circuit television systems, intercom systems, public address systems, and lighting circuits
- Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in audiovisual, electronic, and computer repair and maintenance including multi-meters, oscilloscopes, audio frequency generators, capacity testers and soldering irons
- Design and build testing and specialty equipment not available commercially
- Interpret schematic drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Maintain records and prepare reports on installations, repairs, and services performed
- Assist in maintaining inventory of parts and supplies; inspect and maintain stock of parts
- Assist in the daily duties of the Electronics Department office work
- Coordinate the permitting and inspection of construction work with Building Standards
- Assist in developing specifications and guidelines for surveillance camera installations
- Act in an on-call status in the event of after-hours emergencies
- Act as and perform the daily duties of the Assistant Supervisor and/or Electronic Supervisor in their absence
- Safely operate a district fleet vehicle to travel to assigned job sites, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company driving policies
- Maintain the vehicle in clean, orderly, and serviceable condition, promptly reporting any maintenance needs, damage, or safety concerns
- Perform related work as assigned or required
