Building Safety Technician

The Facilities Management and Planning Department is now accepting applications for a Building Safety Technician. The Building Safety Technician is responsible for ensuring the operational readiness of fire protection and life safety systems within assigned buildings. This role involves proactive inspections, routine maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, ADA compliance, exit lights, and egress systems to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal codes.
 
Additional Info
 
Required Qualifications:
High School education or GED with one year related experience in fire protection, life safety, or facility maintenance
Valid driver's license
 
Preferred Qualifications:
Three years of experience in fire protection, life safety, and facility maintenance
 
Selected applicant will need to complete a pre-employment physical and background check prior to the start of employment.
 
HOW TO APPLY:   To be considered for the position, please submit an application and references at UNK Employment Opportunities before March 30, 2026. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Megan Telecky at teleckym2@unk.edu.  Upon a contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate.  Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care.  The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees.  Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.
 
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