Fire & Security System Technician
POSTING NUMBER050-20260528-CL-A
LOCATIONMadison IT Center
POSTING DATE05/28/2026
CLOSING DATE
HOURS
PER DAY8
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
Boise School District Support Staff
- A Rewarding Career Serving Students & Our Community ()
District employees will need to complete the online transfer application.
NoteSubstitutes and student teachers are not eligible for the transfer application.
Application VideoClassified
- for outside applicants
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- current employees Please be advised that accepting full-time employment may affect any subsidy for health insurance purchased through the Idaho Health Insurance Exchange.
New-to-District Classified employees may be eligible to receive credit for up to two years' worth of credit for movement (steps) on the Classified Salary Schedule based on relevant prior work experience. Please complete the top portion of this form and provide it to your previous employer for completion. To qualify, newly hired employees must provide this form, completed by your former employer(s), to Human Resources no later than the date of their fingerprinting and appointment. DAYS255
SALARY
Index01/I/02 ($25.39/hour) to 01/I/04 ($27.47/hour) depending on verified experience for NEW to District Employees
- Transferring employees or former District employees hired into this role will be placed on the "I" letter grade of the Classified Salary Schedule, but the initial step placement will vary based on a variety of factors.
Classified Salary Schedule
Benefits Information:
For positions that qualify, the District offers a benefit package that is valued at more than $10,000 annually. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Public Employees' Retirement System (PERSI) and are provided to Classified employees who work at least half time (20 hours per week) or more in a regular position and to Certified employees with a .50 FTE or greater contract.
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START DATE26-27
School Year
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Requirements
Knowldege of
Fire alarm platforms (e.g., Notifier, Simplex, Silent Knight, or Honeywell);
Low voltage electrical cabling;
Current and new life safety system technology and trends;
Hand and power tool usage;
Troubleshooting cabling problems;
Applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Ability to
Communicate effectively with District staff, both technical and non-technical;
Demonstrate independent, creative thinking and analytical skills;
Adapt technology to district needs;
Troubleshoot and resolve technology problems;
Prioritize work projects and work within time contstraints and deadlines with minimal supervision;
Maintain office, school and individual confidentiality;
Demonstrate effective interpersonal interaction and verbal and written communication skills;
Develop and recommend cost effective system improveemnts;
Work independently and with team members;
Operate a motor vehicle;
Adhere to all safety regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct annual inspections of fire alarm panels, initiating devices (smoke/heat detectors, pull stations), and notification appliances (horns, strobes);
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain low-voltage systems, including video and data cabling, dor access control systems, analog and digital public address/intercom systems, and auditorium technology;
Perform battery load tests, sensitivity testing of smoke detectors, and verification of signal transmission to monitoring stations;
Ensure all work aligns with NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code) and local fire marshal requirements;
Maintain detailed, accurate logs of all tests using digital reporting software. Generate "Reports of Inspection" required for Fire Marshal audits;
Identify and document system failures or code violations. Provide clear technical explanations for necessary repairs or equipment replacement;
Work alongside district teams to ensure fire alarm integration with other building systems (e.g., HVAC shutdowns, door release, and IP monitoring);
Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to fire alarm malfunctions or "trouble" signals after hours;
Assist team as needed with auditorium equipment, including sound boards, light boards, and lighting components;
Execute projects efficiently, and with full adherence to industry and distrucit standards;
Review fire and life safety systems with local fire marshal's office and local inspectors to ensure compliance;
Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, manuals, and other specifications to determine the layout of cabling and fire systems;
Assist team as needed with pulling and routing of CAT5e, CAT6, and future standard cables in new or existing buildings;
Assist team as needed with pulling and routing A/V cables in new and existing buildings;
Assist team as needed with PA System installation and troubleshooting;
Label all cable runs clearly and accurately and maintain related documentation if applicable;
Demonstrate strong cable management skills, including the ability to organize and store cables in a manner that does not interfere with devices, damage the aesthetic of the building or create a safety hazard;
Maintain a clean job site, picking up all tools and equipment, and securing the job site each day to eliminate hazards and security risks;
Maintain documentation of building infrastructure and work completed;
Work collaboratively with school staff, IT team, and Facilities team to resolve problems;
Maintain accountability and readiness of all tools and equipment;
Keep district vehicles clean, organized and presentable at all times;
Support the district's help desk by processing assigned tickets in a timely fashion, with exceptional customer service;
Partner with vendors regarding product roadmap, enhancement suggestions and support cases;
Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with District policies, procedures, and safety practices;
May perform other special projects related to systems technology;
Performs other related duties as required.
Acceptable Experience & Training
High school diploma or equivalent;
Two years work experience with fire and life safety systems, involving troubleshooting, analysis and problem resolution;
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform as an efective and competent Fire System Technician;
Must hold a valid driver's license;
NICET Level I testing and inspection certification preferred, or ability to get certified within 12 months of start of employment.
Essential Physical Abilities
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to monitor classroom activites and discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively in person, and to hear sounds within the normal range of conversation;
Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to monitor classroom activities and comprehend written work instructions and comprehend, review, and prepare a variety of written and text documents and materials;
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate classroom and office equipment, including a personal computer;
Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and balance, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in various office/school locations with computer equipment, lifting or moving objects that weigh up to 50 lbs;
Occasionally some job tasks may require, with or without reasonable accommoation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping.
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Application Requirements:
A completed online application with the chosen job must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date shown. Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews. Upon hire, applicants are required to clear a criminal justice fingerprint and background check. Employment for this position is "at will". Employment at Will means that the employee or the District may terminate the employment relationship with or without cause (which shall be defined as any reason which is not "arbitrary and capricious", and which does not violate public policy) and with or without notice, at any time. As per Idaho Code 65-5-1/65-503"Eligible veterans are provided advantages in public employment in Idaho…"
Positions may or may not be filled, depending upon district need.
