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Fire and Life Safety Specialist

Position Number: 6913574
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Occupational and Environmental Safety

Fire and Life Safety Specialist
Lubbock
43656BR
Fire Marshall

Position Description
The Fire and Life Safety Specialist performs technical and field-based fire prevention and life safety duties in support of the fire prevention program. This position is responsible for conducting routine fire and life-safety inspections to ensure compliance with adopted fire codes, life-safety standards, and local ordinances.

Major/Essential Functions

Conduct fire and life safety inspections across all TTU-owned and leased properties
Prepare detailed inspection reports
Issue permits per University policy
Respond to complaints regarding fire hazards and code violations
Coordinate and lead fire drills, evacuation exercises, and fire prevention programs
Conduct acceptance testing on campus fire systems
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Certification as TCFP Basic Fire Inspector or (NFPA equivalent) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire. Knowledge of NFPA standards, International Fire Code, and fire protection systems. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently. Ability to travel across campus.

This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications

TCFP Intermediate (or higher) Fire Inspector certification
Experience in higher education or large institutional setting
TCFP Fire Investigator Certification
TCFP Plans Examiner Certification
Familiarity with hazardous materials and laboratory safety

Special Instructions to Applicant
This position requires on-call (rotational basis) and mandatory after-hours overtime opportunities

Questions about this position should be sent to:

Fire Marshal/ Director Mike Kennon
mike.kennon@ttu.edu
or
Asst. Fire Marshal/ Associate Director Brad Bawcum
bradley.bawcum@ttu.edu

Pay Range
$23.08 - $30.63 - $37.69

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.