Alarm Technician

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$46.24 - $47.66 Hourly

Department:

Department of County Assets (DCA)

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 03, 2025

The Opportunity:

Overview:

Do you hold a State of Oregon Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class A (LEA) license? Do you have experience with commercial fire alarms, access control, or security systems? Then consider joining Multnomah County’s Facilities and Property Management team as anAlarm Technician!

You'll help keep our 160 County buildings running smoothly. As the go-to person for limited energy systems, you'll tackle tasks independently and collaborate with other teams, contractors, and clients to improve systems and solve problems.

Essential Job Duties:

• Design, layout, install, repair, program and upgrade electronic systems and equipment in accordance with regulations, codes, and the needs of the facility.
  • These systems include:
    • A) fire detection,
    • B) intrusion detection,
    • C) access control including employee photo identification, and
    • D) other low-voltage systems, such as nurse/jury call systems and duress (panic) alarms.
• Perform fire alarm inspection, testing and maintenance in accordance with NFPA Chapter 14.
• Create and maintain tracking databases for Countywide alarm system users including remote monitoring and employee photo identification.
• Study and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Keep accurate records, provide reports of work performed, and document system design and any changes for future work and services.
• Drive a County vehicle during work hours.

The County understands that if you have verifiable technician work experience, programming experience, design capabilities, and repair experience in one of the major areas listed above (A, B or C), other systems experience can be gained after you come to work at Multnomah County.

Operationally Essential Position: Employees who have been designated as operationally essential (“Essential”) are required to report for duty regardless of facility closure or curtailment of some or all County operations. Employees would be eligible to receive up to two (2) saved holidays dependent upon hire date.

Benefits: Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health,vision and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellnessprograms; a focus on work-life balance; paid holidays; optional overtime; shift flexibility; life insurance; long term disability insurance; TriMet pass; and an employee assistance program.

Find more details on our website. This position falls under the employee group: IBEW.

We also offer designated shift options in the current IBEW labor contract, generous paid time-off, sick leave, no mandatory OT unless there is a major event, potential to drive a County vehicle home and the possibility of working a hybrid telework schedule.

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Completion of the 12th grade or equivalent education

AND

• Three (3) of experience at the journey level working with commercial fire alarm, access control, or security systems including the design, programming, repair, and testing of such systems.(Equivalency 4 years of qualifying training and/or experience).
• Requires a State of Oregon Electrician, Limited Energy Technician, Class A (LEA) License.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain CJIS Authorization, should a job offer be extended.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Experience in servicing electronic equipment.
• Electronic-related coursework in basic electronics.
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) certification.
• Experience in large, complex, integrated building systems, such as Notifier, Kantech, and DSC.
• Advanced troubleshooting and high-level programming experience.

Screening and Evaluation

The Application Packet:

• A completed online application.
• A resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, a brief summary of your responsibilities, and the number of employees under your supervision.
• A cover letter detailing how your experience and training qualifies you for this role, addresses why you are interested in this position,and demonstrates how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

Note:The application, resume, and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to those detailed in this job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection processpage. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
• Technical knowledge and hands-on skills check: This check occurs in-person and takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. This evaluation will create a ranked list of qualified candidates to move forward in the hiring process.
• Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s), a hiring interview, and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
• Reference check: All finalists must pass a thorough reference check.

Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, education seniority, training, and/or tenure. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Additional Information:

This recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, temporary, limited duration and on-call positions.

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime pay.

Work Location: 401 N Dixon St. Portland, OR 97227

Schedule:Monday through Friday, 6am-2:30pm. There is flexibility with the start and end times, possibility of working 4/10s and a hybrid telework schedule.

Currently, all employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; the County cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continuallyimproving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employmentopportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward todevelop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by readingour Workforce Equity Strategic Planand exploring our Core Competenciesfor all County employees.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safetynet becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, naturaldisaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically therebegins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in theemergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more infor

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Allison Conkling

Email:

allison.conkling@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 2604572

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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