Fire Extinguisher Technician
Job Description
Full-TimeOn-site
Locations
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Sarasota, FL 34240, USA
Job Details
Description
At Piper Fire Protection, Inc., A Fortis Fire & Safety Brand, we provide industry-leading fire protection services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, Texas, and Chicago and we are acquiring new brands all the time.
Our team provides a full spectrum of specialized and certified service professionals to support your company and protect your building with the peace of mind of properly installed and maintained fire and life safety systems.
Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits which include:
2 weeks of paid vacation1 week of paid sick time10 Company Paid HolidaysOther paid time off (jury duty, bereavement)Competitive pay401k with company matchMedical, Dental, and VisionCompany-paid Life InsuranceCompany-paid Short-term DisabilitySupplemental Long-term Disability and Life Insurance PackagesLegal InsurancePet InsuranceCareer Advancement Opportunities
Piper Fire Protection, Inc. is seeking a Fire Extinguisher Technician in Training for our Clearwater, FL location.
The primary responsibilities include performing provide reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting and preventive maintenance services performed on Fire Extinguishers and Pre-engineered Fire Systems.
Will train the right candidate, route sales or service industry experience is a plus!
Compensation:
$18.00-$22.00 hr. depending on experience (plus commission). Annual salary can range from 55,000 to 85,000.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Performance of annual & semi-annual inspections and preventative maintenance services on Fire Extinguishers and Pre Engineered Systems.
- Complete electronic inspection reports in a timely manner
- Communicate with customers to assure any system deficiencies are promptly reported and corrected
- Help schedule and complete assigned tasks
- Document time worked and all paperwork relating to assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Become proficient at and be able to train other junior inspectors to follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule based upon State and Local fire codes.
- The ability to operate a company vehicle
Job Requirements
Qualifications (Education and/or Experience):
- High school diploma or equivalent, any previous experience in this field a plus but not necessary.
- Be able to successfully complete State Fire Extinguisher and Pre Engineered System Technician course and exam within 90 days of hire. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
- Positive customer service attitude and people skills.
- Working knowledge of Fire Protection Equipment a plus
- Basic knowledge in the operation of hand and power tools
- Working knowledge of building and fire codes and the ability to discover and document deficiencies in the systems being inspected
- Computer skills a plus
Physical Requirements:
This position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching. The position requires climbing ladders and scaffolds, as well as the ability to work in excess of 40 feet above the ground. He/she must be able to navigate the jobsite and must comply with all company safety requirements in the office and on the jobsite. Heavy equipment may be used and he/she needs to be able to lift weighty objects up to 50 lbs. above his/her head.
Piper Fire Protection, Inc. is an EEO Employer. We select people on the basis of skill, training, ability, attitude, and character without discrimination with regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or a disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
