Fire Protection Technician II - OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Fire Protection Technician II to join the Electric & Water Production division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are looking for a highly skilled and safety-conscious professional with a solid foundation in fire protection systems, particularly within power plant environments. Technical expertise in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps and low-voltage equipment is required. ​

In this role, you will be responsible for testing, inspecting, and maintaining fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression systems across OUC- operated power plants. The role requires meticulous documentation of inspections in compliance with industry standards, responding to both scheduled maintenance and emergency calls, and working at elevated heights when necessary.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals.

The ideal candidate will have:

Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in installation and repair of fire sprinkler, fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and fire safety inspections, OR seven (7) years of industrial electrical/mechanical experience;
• Experience with special hazards systems (CO2 and Halon);
• Certifications and specialized trainings (preferred):
• Fire Safety Inspector 2 (preferred). Obtain Fire Safety Inspector Level 1 within 2 years;
• Completion of required General Physics (GPI) learnings and JPMs through Technician III progression level (or equivalent training if external);
• Valid Driver’s License.

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities 
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
• Free downtown parking

Salary Range: Starting at $37.776 per hour (Estimated $78,574.08 annually) with a structured step progression system and performance-based pay increases every 6 months up to $43.663 per hour (Estimated $90,819.04 annually).

Location: Stanton Energy Center, 5100 S. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL  32831  

OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled