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Job Summary
The Caltech Fire Technician assistant will check the fire extinguishers that are distributed throughout the campus buildings, including hallways, laboratories, and mechanical rooms. Under minimal supervision, perform visual check of portable fire extinguisher units from detailed instructions and procedures and track inspections on a campus-issued mobility device. This position will assist in installing, troubleshooting, and testing of the fire alarm systems with a career path directed towards Journeyperson level Fire Alarm Technician.
This is a Campus Critical position. An employee designated as campus critical is expected to be aware of the campus emergency management plan and to report to Campus as soon as possible in the event of an emergency to assist in campus wide response and recovery efforts.
Essential Job Duties
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Required Documents
$26.25 - $31.50 Per Hour
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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