Singapore
Fire Systems Technician -Water based systems “Needed in Antarctica”
R0084120
Singapore
Full_time
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Fire Systems Technician -Water based systems “Needed in Antarctica”
Position
Responsibilities:
Inspects and maintains various water-based fire suppression systems including dry, preaction, and wet
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and performs scheduled preventative maintenance on existing various water-based fire suppression systems
Works with other NICET certified technicians for fire alarm systems, special hazard systems, and water-based suppression systems to develop and execute work plans
Collaborates with Facilities Management and Facilities Engineers to develop work plans and schedules, and to identify materials needed for tasking
Performs Winterization and De-winterization of Water Based fire suppression systems
Performs periodic maintenance on fire systems equipment in accordance with the Preventative Maintenance Program, NFPA standards, and manufacturer’s guidelines
Prepares and documents work plans, job hazard analysis, job safety analysis, code required forms, checklists, and internal procedural documents as required
Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside of normal working hours
Maintains accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved
Coordinates testing, maintenance, and repair activities as required with other parties such as Antarctic Fire Department, Station Management, Facilities Management, and building occupants.
Utilizes the assistance of other station personnel to complete tasking, or assist other trades or departments with their tasking as appropriate
Uses solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to safely and effectively solve problems
Performs ongoing risk and hazard assessment while executing tasking
Proactively identifies any unsafe conditions or hazards and communicate them effectively
Works directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking
Performs tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather
Advises immediate Supervisor of job progress and material/labor requirements
Learns and uses computer-based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications
Reviews and follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) , suggests revisions as needed, and creates SOPs as directed
Complies with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH) , Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements and participates in Work Center Safety Program and ASC safety objectives
Performs other duties as required
Required
Qualifications:
Current NICET III Water Based certification (minimum)
Minimum four years of documented experience installing, testing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining fire protection systems, including wet, dry and hybrid water-based suppression systems
Experience in repair, maintenance and inspection on a variety of equipment and application types
Experience developing written work plans, job hazard analysis, and job safety analysis related to the work activities under a permit to work system
Experience in maintenance of commercial, government, industrial, and/or institutional facilities
Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, diagrams, maintenance manual and manufacturer’s troubleshooting guides
Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications
Possess the competencies, willingness and ability to perform the duties of position
Expected Skills and Competencies:
Ability to diagnose fire safety system issues and to maintain, adjust repair, and replace fire safety systems and related components
Competent to ensure compliance with the applicable IBC, IFC and NFPA codes, and satisfaction of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Skilled in utilizing design drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams to accomplish tasking
Minimum intermediate level computer skills with MS Office Suite experience to include Word, Excel and Outlook
Proficient in LOTO procedures for various tasking
Proficient in confined space safety protocols
Proficient in risk assessment and determination of PPE appropriate to specific tasking
Knowledgeable of limits of PPE and proper maintenance of PPE
Familiar with fall protection and respirator use
Hands on experience analyzing situations and making technical and safety decisions based on specifications and applicable codes and manufacturer guidelines
Working knowledge of current building, fire and life safety codes as related to fire protection
Preferred Qualifications
and/or Experience:
Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management System
Physical and/or Other
Requirements:
Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods
Willingness and ability to deploy to remote research support facilities for day trips or extended periods
Must participate in community programs such as “house-mouse” (chores) , “daisy-picking” (station clean-up) , “GASH” (galley clean-up at Palmer) , and recycling efforts
Willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum
Willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold conditions
Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States.
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Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
Security Clearance Required: Yes
Amentum / Equal Opportunity Employer
JBAMN R0084120 2023. 03. 10
FVR02 SKUUU, Singapore Singapore ZC ZCCX
