As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 590 Mt Hope Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 100124 Environmental Health & Safety Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 107 H Compensation Range: $23.06 - $32.29 _The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._ **Responsibilities:** GENERAL PURPOSE: Provides assistance to the Fire Marshal and Fire Safety Specialists in the development and implementation of a University-wide fire safety program. Inspects, tests, and maintains existing fire protection equipment and systems for compliance with predetermined University and regulatory standards. Prepares and maintains routine and special reports on assigned activities. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** + Tests existing fire protection equipment, such as smoke detectors, head detectors, pull station, audio/visual devices, voice evacuation, elevator recall, supervisory, etc., for compliance with predetermined University and regulatory standards as directed by Fire Safety Specialist or Fire Marshal. + Inspects and maintains fire extinguishers in accordance with local, state, and national codes and standards. Performs annual fire extinguisher inspections and coordinates the 6 year maintenance and 5 or 12 year hydrostatic vendor testing. + Tests existing fire protection equipment, such as standpipes, 2” main drain, wet/dry pipe sprinklers, pre-action, weekly and annual fire pumps, and hydrants, etc., for compliance with predetermined University and regulatory standards as directed by Fire Safety Specialist or Fire Marshal. + Performs monthly fire protection valve inspections and semi-annual testing of valve tampers. Performs quarterly fire department connection inspections. Performs monthly kitchen fixed system inspections and escort and supports the fixed system vendor inspection and testing of fixed systems. + Conducts fire detection or suppression systems disconnect and reconnect as directed by the Fire Safety Specialist or Fire Marshal. Prepares routine and special reports on assigned activities. Maintains computer files of tests, inspections and incidents, and equipment inventories. Maintains current familiarity with applicable codes and standards. Other duties as assigned. **MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE** + Associate's degree in Fire Science and 2 years of relevant experience required + Or equivalent combination of education and experience **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS** + DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State upon hire required + Be qualified to test fire alarm systems as permitted by National Fire Protection Association 72, National Fire Alarm Code, for inspection, testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems by certification as Fire Alarm Systems NICET Level 1 within 1 year required **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. Notice: If you are a **Current** **Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.** Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.