Job Details
Basic Qualifications
- Five years related experience in the installation, operation, trouble-shooting, maintenance and repair of all types of water-based fire suppression systems.
- Must possess a current State Journeyman or higher Sprinkler license.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Additional Information
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Position Description
- Installs, modifies, inspects and tests all types of water-based fire suppression systems and associated equipment.
- Fabricates, installs, modifies and repairs associated piping systems.
- Installs and repairs flow control valves, fire pumps and sprinkler devices.
- Performs all installation, maintenance and inspection in accordance with applicable standards and requirements of the National Fire Protection Association, Life Safety Code (Massachusetts State Building Code) and/or established compliance requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
- Interprets and updates mechanical plans, drawings and prints as necessary.
- Required to assist in the inspection and testing of other fire safety systems including fire alarms, extinguishers, fire escapes, and hydrants.
- Provides responsive customer support in all phases of building maintenance and operations.
- Assists and advises customers on fire suppression system solutions and provides follow-up on progress and status of work.
- Performs other core skills of the trades and related duties as required.
- May be assigned to work independently or as part of a multi-trade team under the guidance and direction of the Area Supervisor and/or Working Foreperson.
- Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and practices and perform work in accordance with recognized trade and University standards.
Job Summary
Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard's energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, as well as 24/7 facilities -related call, alarm monitoring and dispatch center. E&F provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping and custodial to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services. Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) is group within Harvard Campus Services that offers building and landscape maintenance, and custodial services to Harvard schools and units on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with customer-determined standards. As such, FMO operates as an in-house alternative to contractor services and therefore manages by the same principles that guide any successful maintenance services business.