• Performs routine maintenance and inspects fire extinguisher equipment in school buildings to assure compliance with applicable building and fire safety codes; and ensures compliance with state facilities and maintenance assessments for all schools.
• Ensures buildings are in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
• Writes and files reports and recommend actions to bring properties into compliance.
• Responsible for the recharging of fire extinguisher units, and fire extinguisher equipment maintenance to ensure each device is operational in case of a critical emergency.
• Conducts fire safety inspections.
• Responsible for the input of work orders in School Dude (a computerized management maintenance system) for tracking of the repair and maintenance of fire extinguishers.
• Keeps abreast of current fire safety codes and firefighting procedures.
• Performs training for building occupants on the proper use of a fire extinguisher and other fire safety equipment.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Class C or Non-commercial driver's license or an equivalent out of state driver's license acceptable.
• Knowledge of and ability to read labels, safety warnings, and safety guidelines.
• Attention to detail and attentiveness always to ensure safety.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external teams including City Schools staff and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate effectively with team members.
• Basic skills in the use of Windows environment and applications including Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to safely operate various vehicles and equipment.
• Previous experience in particular industry, especially in educational setting preferred.
• Certification (National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors) NAFED and on the job training.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with Local 44 (L44) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.