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Fire Sprinkler Technician

University of North Carolina Charlotte

$36,546 - $45,683

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Jun 18, 2026

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Position Information

General Information

Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week	40
Months per year	12
Position Number	009630
NC Salary Grade Equivalency	NC09
Classification Title	Specialty Trades Technician - Contributing
Working Title	Fire Sprinkler Technician
Salary Range	$36,546 - $45,683
Anticipate Hiring Range	$36,546 - $45,683
FLSA Status	Non Exempt
Division	Business Affairs
Department	Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Unit	FM Fire Systems
Work Schedule	7:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required as necessary.
Primary Purpose of Position	This is a Specialty Trades Technician at the contributing level with a specialty in fire sprinkler service, inspection, and maintenance. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, and construction of facility components in the assigned shop or core maintenance.
Minimum Education/Experience	Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalency and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
Essential Job Duties	Inspect, repair, and maintain campus fire sprinkler systems, including fire pump maintenance and testing. Manage contracted fire sprinkler vendors' work as required. Produce accurate and relevant documentation on all work performed. Perform work in compliance with University and NC State standards.
Other Work Responsibilities	Assist fire alarm technicians as requested. Support and adhere to the University's policies and procedures. Attend required meetings and training classes. Work as a team member at all times. Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Knowledge of workplace safety practices and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment Experience in fire protection, mechanical systems, construction, maintenance, or a related field knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and a willingness to learn new programs Ability to effectively communicate through reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension Ability to prioritize tasks and manage assigned work activities efficiently
Necessary Licenses or Certifications	Valid drivers license
Work Location	FM Fire Systems
Posting date	06/17/2026
Closing date	07/01/2026
Proposed Hire Date	07/15/2026
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants	The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the *finalist. Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Posting Specific Questions

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
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- Personal Referral
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Where did you learn about this posting?

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Do you meet the minimum requirement of a high school diploma / GED and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of education and experience?
- Yes, I meet the minimum requirements
- No, I do not meet the minimum requirement
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Do you have knowledge of workplace safety practices and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment? Please explain:

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Do you have Experience in fire protection, mechanical systems, construction, maintenance, or a related field? Please explain:

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Do you have knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs? Please explain:

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Contact Information for References

Optional Documents