The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Hiring for Fire & Life Safety Technician – Environmental Health & Safety at Knoxville, TN Full Time

Fire Safety Technician – Environmental Health and Safety 

Regular Full-time

Description

The University of Tennessee Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is seeking a Fire and Life Safety Technician for the Knoxville campus. 

This is an entry level position for a Fire Safety Technician. This person’s primary responsibility will be monthly inspections of portable fire extinguishers in university buildings.  This person will also work closely with other members of the Fire & Life Safety team to perform annual certifications, fire extinguisher inspections, fire drills, fire safety audits, fire awareness communication, and fire safety training events on campus.  This person will also have other general duties as required.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Required to have a high diploma or GED and one year of work experience. Associates degree or equivalent course work hours may be substituted for work experience.  Free of limitations which prevents extensive walking, climbing of stairs and fixed ladders on a daily basis is required for this position. The candidate must be capable of lifting/carrying containers weighing up to 50 lbs.  Ability to work independently is important.  Basic knowledge of MS word and excel.  Valid TN Driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Vocational training, technical training, or verifiable on-the-job training.

The successful candidates must pass a drug test and background check.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Knoxville

Environmental Health and Safety

Schedule:  Full-time (M-F)

Job: Other Tech/Para-Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Environmental Health & Safety
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Nov 13, 2023, 9:55:27 PM