Fire Safety Technician

Fire Safety Technician The Fire Safety Tech performs inspections of fire extinguishers and hoses; provides maintenance, and replacement. Tags fire extinguishers monthly and maintains yearly. Replaces fire extinguishers that require hydrostatic testing as per NFPA and FDNY requirements. Inspects fire standpipe hoses and racks monthly. Replaces as needed. Maintains up-to-date inventory of the fire extinguishers, fire standpipe hoses and fire blankets. Inspects hot work permits to ensure compliance with local requirements. Assists during fire drills under the direction of the Fire Safety Manager/Specialist. Responds to Code Red fire alarm activations during normal business hours and off-hours including nights and weekends. Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations including the NYS-DOH, CMS, The Joint Commission, OSHA, FDNY and the NFPA Life Safety Code. Responds as appropriate to Hospital emergencies.This is a full time position located NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center.Required CriteriaHigh school graduate or GEDKnowledge of Joint Commission standards, NFPA standards, NYC Fire Department Directives, NYC Fire and Building Codes and OSHA regulationsComputer skills and familiarity with word processing, database management and spreadsheet developmentKnowledge of fire safety and emergency responseJoin a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.__________________2024 “Great Place To Work Certified”2024 “America’s Best Large Employers” – Forbes2024 “Best Places to Work in IT” – Computerworld2023 “Best Employers for Women” – Forbes2023 “Workplace Well-being Platinum Winner” – Aetna2023 “America’s Best-In-State Employers” – Forbes“Silver HCM Excellence Award for Learning & Development” – Brandon Hall GroupNewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.Salary Range:$23.00-$34.00/HourlyIt all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by StaffAttract to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs.See NewYork-Presbyterian Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at

Created: 2026-01-12