Construction Field Fire Systems Technician
Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
"We make magic.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!
As a Facility Asset Management (FAM) - Construction Field Fire Systems Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in bringing safety and innovation to the forefront of every construction project. You will be the expert overseeing the site implementation of fire alarm systems, ensuring that each installation meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. Acting as the key liaison between the engineering team and on-site operations, you'll directly impact the success of our fire alarm solutions. Collaborate with talented engineers, fire alarm specialists, project managers, contractors, and governmental agencies to deliver effective project management strategies that safeguard our facilities. By managing worksite fire alarm activities, you'll be instrumental in guaranteeing that our client's functional requirements and standards are exceeded. You'll also ensure strict adherence to construction procedures and maintain compliance with Environmental, Department of Health, OSHA, and code regulations. If you're passionate about teamwork, innovation, and making a real difference in safety, this is your opportunity to shine and help us create magic every day.
You will report to the Manager of Construction
This is a Full-Time role
What You Will Do
Provide field engineering support for fire alarm installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance
Act as a field liaison to fire alarm specialists to investigate, troubleshoot, and remedy fire/life safety issues
Proactively interface and consult with lines of business, engineering services teams, and project managers to provide fire alarm engineering support
Support testing and commissioning fire protection equipment or building features
Provide field support for onsite inspections of buildings or building designs to determine fire protection system requirements and potential challenges
Ensure proper implementation of fire prevention equipment and techniques and on fire code and standard interpretation and compliance from the advice of architects, inspectors, and engineers
Work with the project team and Walt Disney World Safety in the implementation of the project safety plan
Participate in project development and provide constructability analysis and value engineering recommendations
Ensure contractor/manufacturer compliance with contract drawings, schedule and specifications, applicable codes, and Disney standards
Help develop site logistics
Conduct regular site walks & inspections
Monitor project schedule and identify recovery options to avoid schedule delays
Prepare daily reports on contractor work activities. Track onsite personnel, equipment used, and progress
Lead/participate in applicable meetings: Pre-construction, weekly team, safety, operations, Contractor, CFTOD, etc. Lead the on-site meetings
Required Qualifications & Skills
NICET Level III or IV (3 or 4) certified fire alarm technician
Experience with fire alarm testing and regulatory application of fire alarm methods
Strong knowledge of Building and Fire Codes and NFPA Codes and Standards
Knowledgeable in OSHA compliance
State or local specialized fire alarm licenses (e.g., ESA, state-specific fire licenses)
Knowledge of construction activities and their relationships, the project management process, and construction contracting
Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and general requirements. Identify issues and express their impact to the construction process
Previous experience with installation or service in testing and inspecting Fire Alarm Systems and Equipment.
Experience working on complex construction site(s)
Experience working with contractors, sub-contractors, and consultants to achieve completion of projects that meet client expectations
Work overnight or third-shift schedules as needed
Education
Education High School Degree or equivalent.
Bachelor's degree and 2 Years of experience in Fire Protection Engineering- Preferred
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The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $91,000 to $121,900 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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