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HDR

Fire & Life Safety Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

Fire & Life Safety Engineer: HDR's Fire & Life Safety (FLS) team is continuing to expand our market sector expertise across HDR's client base, including Civic (eg: high-rises, auditoriums/arenas ...

Allied Universal

Fire Life Safety Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$30/hr

Ensure that all life safety systems and related equipment are fully functional. * Ensure that all floors have fire safety teams including Fire Wardens, Deputy Fire Wardens, and Building Evacuation ...

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Professionals in Life Safety roles are responsible for inspecting and testing fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and recommending improvements as needed. They often conduct risk assessments, create emergency preparedness plans, and provide training or guidance to building occupants or staff. The role also involves maintaining detailed reports and working closely with facility managers, contractors, and emergency services. This hands-on, collaborative position is vital to maintaining a safe environment and minimizing risks to life and property.

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A Life Safety job focuses on ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals in buildings or public spaces by implementing fire protection, emergency response, and safety compliance measures. Professionals in this field assess risks, enforce fire codes, maintain safety equipment, and train occupants on emergency procedures. They may work in healthcare, commercial, or industrial settings, ensuring adherence to local and national safety regulations.

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To thrive in Life Safety, you need knowledge of fire protection, building codes, risk assessment, and incident response, often supported by certifications like NICET, CFPS, or equivalent safety credentials. Familiarity with fire alarm and sprinkler systems, emergency communication systems, and inspection software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team set top performers apart in this field. These skills are crucial to ensure safety compliance, effective emergency preparedness, and the protection of people and property.

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Life Safety Specialist

Life Safety Specialist

Lake Charles Memorial Health System

Lake Charles, LA

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Lake Charles Memorial Health System rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

  • Under the direction of the director, the Life Safety Specialist ensures the design, construction, repair and maintenance of all fire, intrusion and life safety systems (systems) meet requirements.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Director of Facilities

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Responsible for managing the Fire and Life Safety Program.
  • Supervising field inspections.
  • Planning, organizing and coordinating the total Fire and Life Safety Program, including training and developing policy and regulations.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum of one year of experience inspecting property protection systems.
  • Basic computer skills; Knowledge of construction and electrical work.
  • Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; Ability to communicate with individuals from different backgrounds and educational levels. Facilitates constructive resolution and fosters team work.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

  • Work requires light duty lifting.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, fax machine, etc.
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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About Lake Charles Memorial Health System

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Lake Charles Memorial Health System is the only locally owned, regional community healthcare system in Lake Charles. The health system employs more than 2700 full-time, part-time and PRN employees and is the largest health system in the area. Memorial is a true community health system, run by a board of local volunteers from all walks of business, industry and public service. It is one of an elite group of health systems that belongs to the people of Southwest Louisiana and serves everyone regardless of age, race, gender or financial status.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Lake Charles, LA, US

Year founded

1952

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