Fire Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Position Description

The Tacoma Fire Department is currently seeking a Fire Electrical Maintenance Supervisor. This position is responsible for planning, developing, constructing, installing and maintaining municipal fire alarm systems and primary alerting circuits as well as constructing fiber optic systems throughout the city. Additionally, they will test and inspect priority fire alarm systems; direct and supervise assigned employees; and maintain, install, and repair fire department electrical systems and other city electrical systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, construct, and install municipal fire alarm systems.
  
• Supervise installation, maintenance, and repair of fire alarm circuits from the central fire communication building to fire stations, selective dispatch circuits, fire box circuits, radio communications circuits and air raid control lines.
  
• Evaluate and determine equipment needs and requisition supplies.
  
• Oversee and manage division budget. Prepare budget and cost estimates of new installations; maintain records of work performed and prepare reports.
  
• Supervise and evaluate assigned employees including providing technical direction and guidance as well as performance management.
  
• Act as liaison with a variety of other departments, organizations, or business to receive or provide a variety of technical information.
  
• Operate a computer terminal and keyboard, electronic testing equipment, calculator, drafting equipment and other related electrical equipment.
  

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to: graduation from a high school or trade school, including or supplemented by training in electrical, electronic and mechanical work and three years' experience as a journey-level electrician in a field related to fire communication systems.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Washington State Electrician License (ELO1).
Valid Washington State Driver's License with CDL endorsement.
Completion of training course in Basic Fiber Optics.
Basic First Aid and CPR Certificate.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Work includes indoor and outdoor environment; subject to driving from site to site to conduct work.

Employees in this position may be exposed to electrical and fire hazards.

Knowledge & Skills

• Tools, materials, methods, and practices for assembling, servicing, repairing, and installing electric and fiber optics communication systems.
  
• Principles and construction of telephone, telegraph, alarm, and signal systems.
  
• Occupational hazards, safety precautions, and relevant electrical codes (city, state, and national).
  
• Fire alarm systems requirements by the National Board of Fire Underwriters.
  
• Record-keeping, report-writing, and computer terminal operations.
  
• Oral and written communication skills.
  
• Principles and practices of supervision, including training, assigning, and evaluating personnel.
  
• City operations, policies, objectives, and budget processes.
  
• Analytical skills for assessing situations and determining effective solutions.
  
• Legal and defensive driving practices for field operations.
  

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

The Department:

Formed in 1880, the Tacoma Fire Department (TFD) has a long history and proud tradition of service to the greater Tacoma community. From volunteer bucket brigades and horse-drawn wagons to modern apparatus and service methods, TFD continues to evolve as a progressive and responsive public safety organization.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

ICMA City of YOUR Destiny video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI

Application Process:

Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume describing your experience as they relate to the responsibilities of this position.

NOTE: Applications received without attaching the required resume may not progress in the selection process.

Applications will be accepted for this position until 5:00 pm Pacific Time on June 4, 2025. To be considered for this position, in addition to completing your application fully, please attach a resume.

**For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.**

Communication with the City of Tacoma:

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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• City of Tacoma

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