Fire Alarm Technician II

Overview

Posting Number: PG194776SP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Fire Alarm Technician II

Anticipated Hiring Range: $53,000 - $57,300

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Friday, 7 a.m.

- 6 p.m.

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Building Maintenance & Operations

About the Department: NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build, and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. We manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through core departments including Design & Construction, Business Operations, Campus Operations and Maintenance, and Campus Planning and Strategic Investment.

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Join NC State University as a Fire Alarm Technician II and help support the critical electronic infrastructure that keeps our campus safe, efficient, and connected. You will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing fire alarm systems within the Building Maintenance and Operations unit. If you are a detail-oriented technician with strong hardware and software skills and a passion for problem-solving, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with NC State.

• Maintain, repair, and upgrade campus fire alarm systems to ensure safety and compliance.
• Replace critical system components such as smoke detectors, heat detectors, annunciator panels, and remote panels.
• Configure and commission fire alarm control systems using software engineering principles and electronic diagnostic tools.
• Support and maintain the Facilities Operations radio systems.
• Service and troubleshoot computer-based and electronic systems used across the division.
• Perform hardware and software preventive maintenance (PM) to extend system life and prevent failures.
• Implement hardware and software repairs, adjustments, and performance improvements across all assigned systems.
• Perform tasks requiring standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and utilizing various tools. Safely climb and work from ladders to access elevated or below-ceiling areas. Be exposed to insects or small animals in some environments. All essential tasks must be performable with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Lift and transport materials weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations and perform physically demanding tasks in varied outdoor environments, ensuring safe handling practices.

• Hours subject to change to meet the needs of the University. Required use of safety equipment.
• This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to report to work during adverse weather.
• May assist with snow and ice removal under supervision.

Associate’s Degree in Electronics; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Progressive experience in electronic fire protection systems and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of local, state and national codes.

• North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

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01/21/2026

01/28/2026

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Please attach a resume/CV and provide contact information for at least 3 professional references.

Position Number:

Position Type: SHRA

Position Classification Band

Title:

Electronics Specialist

Position Classification Band Level: Jo…