Env., Health, and Safety Generalist Manager jobs in Nassau, NY

About NY CREATES:

NY CREATES is a leading research and development hub as well as a commercialization facilitator in advanced digital, analog, and power technologies.

Job Description:

Job Description for Fire Protection Systems Technician

NY CREATES is seeking applicants for Fire Protection Systems Technician.

This position will support Facility Operations Group (FOG) and the fire safety technician, fire sprinkler technician and inventory control technician.

The expectation is for this technician to understand, learn and help implement the site policies by performing various tasks and duties related to backing up the positions: Fire Sprinkler System Technician, Fire Alarm System Technician and Inventory Technician. Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Responsibilities for Fire Protection Systems Technician

This position is responsible for:

• Assist with performing general maintenance, repair and testing of fire alarm, fire protection and fire protection related systems.
• Help Oversee and coordinate subcontractors performing work on fire protection related systems including modification, repair, testing and inspection of fire alarm and fire protection related systems.
• Help and assist the fire sprinkler system technician to oversee and coordinate subcontractors performing work on fire protection related systems including modification, repair, testing and inspection of fire alarm and fire protection related systems (extinguishers, suppression systems, etc.).
• Assess requests for fire protection impairment operations and assure proper coverage is provided. Monitor and track conditions to ensure system restoration.
• Perform periodic inspections of building fire protection systems and equipment (including sprinkler systems, standpipes, pumps, hydrants, etc.) in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association Standards. Provide follow up to New York State Fire Code (NYS OFPC) inspections to ensure corrective action and records of all related activities are properly maintained.
• Maintain accurate records of all systems, repairs, modifications, impairments and inspections. Assist with coordination and resolution of CMMS application/database issues. Help research and resolve inventory issues and discrepancies.
• Create and process purchase requisitions for the purchase of equipment, goods, services and supplies. Assist with renewal of service contracts and purchase orders for vendor support.
• Work with staff to manage stock locations throughout site, reduce unnecessary stock to conserve space and assist in periodic inventory counts.
• Assist with implementation upgrades to improve performance and application features, and review and implement the installation of software patches and/or systems upgrades. Assist in developing and implementing inventory procedures.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements for Fire Protection Systems Technician

• A minimum of three (3) years' experience in the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of fire protection (sprinkler) and fire protection related systems; thorough knowledge of NFPA as it relates to fire alarm and fire protection systems.
• Proficient knowledge in New York State Fire/Building Codes.
• Experience in Fire Science or a related field of study and three (3) years' experience in installation, maintenance and repair of fire alarm, fire protection and fire protection related systems.
• The ability to function in a fast-paced, highly-technical environment, and communicate effectively. Ability to self-direct work activities with minimal oversight.

Preferred qualifications

• An Associate's Degree in Fire Science or a related field of study and of five (5) years' experience in installation, maintenance and repair of fire alarm, fire protection and fire protection related systems in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field and three (3) years' experience in records management and/or document control of a large educational, medical or production facility
• Experience with construction program documentation, CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) programs and CAD (computer aided drafting).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and proficient use of Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management/inventory programs; the ability to work with culturally diverse populations

Don't meet every requirement? At NY CREATES we are dedicated to building a welcoming, diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited about working for NY CREATES but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit or a fit for another role at NY CREATES.

Additional Information:

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Salary Range: $29.00 - $37.00 per hour

• Posted Rate is dependent on education and experience.

Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

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