FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR

Fire Safety Inspector

Pay Status and Classification: Part-time, non-exempt. This is a 12-month position. The pay range for this position is $18.70 - $19.00/hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience. 
Work Days: 2-3 days per week; flexible.
Shift Start/End Time: Flexible, Monday - Friday based on the individual's need. Residential inspections are conducted during normal business hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.).
Hours Per Week: 16 
Weeks Per Year: 52

Supervisor: Director of Environmental Health & Safety 

Position Purpose: Performs monthly inspections for fire and life safety devices located at College-owned properties.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Fire Extinguisher Inspections: Inspects fire extinguishers following National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 10 standards. Conducts minor repairs for extinguisher brackets and cases.
2. AED Inspections: Inspects Automatic Defibrillator Devices (AEDs) following American Heart Association recommendations. Maintain batteries and supplies. 
3. Carbon Monoxide Detector Inspections: Tests plug-in carbon monoxide detectors that are not connected to the Campus Safety notification system.
4. Reporting: Maintains inspection spreadsheet and submits work orders to Facilities Services for major repairs. Participates in weekly Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) departmental meetings.

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma and a combination of relevant training, certifications and\or work experience. 
2. Valid U.S. Driver's License. 
3. Must be safety-conscious and be able to professionally communicate with a diverse group of campus community members.
4. Ability to ascend and descend stairs frequently. 
5. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. The job requires extensive walking. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), state and local fire and building codes. 
2. Fire safety training and experience. 

Note: All new hires of Union College are subject to a thorough education, work experience, and criminal history background check.

Union College

Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world where problem solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering.

Diversity at Union College

Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities that request such accommodations.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Union College will not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Union College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action.