Fire Extinguisher Shop Technician

Fire Extinguisher Shop Technician
Location: Columbia, TN 

The fire extinguisher shop technician must be focused, detailed oriented, and self-motivated, can work independently and in a team environment, must enjoy working with his/her hands, be mechanical minded, be able to follow written and verbal instructions and must be proficient with the latest technology. Accuracy and precision in following procedures and regulatory processes is mandatory.

The candidate will go through a training program that includes learning to examine, test, and perform maintenance on fire extinguishers and fire suppression cylinders per DOT and NFPA specifications. Upon completion of training, the candidate will begin the safe testing and maintaining of fire extinguishers and fire suppression cylinders which may also include delivery of the cylinders. You must learn and demonstrate a competent understanding of applicable NFPA codes, and manufacture standards. The candidate must be in good physical condition as the demands of the job are physical in nature.

Job Duties:
 

• Perform low pressure hydro testing on cylinders per Manufacture, NFPA and DOT specifications.
• Perform recharging of dry chemical, wet chemical, clean agent and CO2 cylinders per Manufacture, NFPA and DOT specifications.
• Perform 6-year maintenance on dry chemical fire extinguishers per Manufacture and DOT specifications.
• Completes all documentation and data entry associated with testing, inspection and repair in a timely and accurate manner. This includes all testing, inspection and repair documents
• Communicate with extinguisher technicians regarding completed tests.
• Maintains work area and other areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Conducts equipment troubleshooting and minor maintenance and routine inspection of operating equipment to fix or determine the need for additional equipment repairs or replacement, as needed.
• Offer excellent service to walk-in customers, selling extinguishers and service as needed. 
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours and weekends, as necessary.
• Operate forklift to load/unload cylinders and fire extinguishers.
• Operate Company Box Truck to make needed fire extinguisher and cylinder pick up and deliveries to customers and branch locations.
• All other duties assigned by manager.

Core Competencies:
 

• Proficient computer skills in Windows based software and MS office 2000 or higher.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, and work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record that meets company requirements
• Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must possess strong communication and time management skills
• Flexible Style; perseverance; action oriented
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Aptitude for problem solving; ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and industry codes and standards.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment including forklifts, and pallet jacks.
• Ability to work a full-time schedule.
• Complete classroom instruction and satisfactory pass written and practical demonstration exams within 6 months of hire for NFPA and DOT, visual inspection and hydrostatic testing and required State Licenses.
• Available for travel, may include nights and weekends to accommodate training courses and customers' needs.
• Must possess valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass drug screen and company background check.

Physical Requirements & Exposures:
 

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds
• Must be able to carry 75 pounds repeatedly
• Must be able to push greater than 100 pounds as needed
• Must be able to pull greater than 100 pounds as needed
• Must be able to safely climb a ladder and reach a height of at least 12 ft.
• Constant (5-8hrs/shift) standing, walking, handling items, and eye/hand/foot coordination
• Frequently lifting, carrying, repetitive motions, noise exposure, grasping items.

This position may require the handling of chemicals that may be skin and/or respiratory irritants. Person may also be exposed to ventilation areas which may have respiratory irritant. Must not be skin and respiratory sensitive to these materials and environments. MSDS are available.

Benefits We Offer:
 

• 401(k) / 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary insurance
• Logo attire
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Payment frequency: biweekly
• Accident & critical illness benefits
• Hospital indemnity benefits
• Pet insurance
• Wellness benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

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Are you able to perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation?

If you believe you may need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions, please let us know in writing before accepting a job offer. Requests for accommodation will be considered in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws.

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