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Fire Extinguisher Technician

Pye-Barker
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Allentown, PA 18104, US

Salary

$20 - $25 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This position involves the operation and maintenance of portable fire safety devices, specifically fire extinguishers.
  • Candidates should have a high school education or equivalent and ideally possess trade experience, although it is not required.
  • The role requires inspecting and testing fire extinguishers, preparing inspection reports, and responding to emergency service calls.
  • Applicants should have good interpersonal skills, a clean driving record, and be flexible with scheduling, including evenings and weekends.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, with benefits including medical coverage, 401K matching, and opportunities for training and career development.
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This position is responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of portable devices. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing, and performing fire extinguisher checks in accordance with fire code; identifying system deficiencies; and preparing accurate and timely inspection reports.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Install or service fire extinguishers in commercial and residential buildings
  • Test and repair fire extinguishers already in place
  • Perform inspections to ensure fire extinguishers are installed according to code
  • Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues
  • Report results of work completed in an accurate and timely manner
  • Protect and maintain company equipment
  • Inspect and maintain the truck and all related equipment, submitting repair requests as necessary
  • Operate warehouse equipment, including vehicles, following all safety regulations and manufacturer instructions
  • Work in accordance with company safety procedures, including driver safety and proper use of PPE
  • Respond to emergency service calls
  • Maintain a clean and safe workspace

Education/Qualification
  • A high school education or equivalent preferred
  • Trade experience is preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of fire extinguishers or fire protection industry standards is preferred but not required.
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Must be flexible with scheduling, including occasional evenings, weekends, and out-of-town assignments
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of life safety
  • Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations and the ability to interpret, apply, and explain them
  • Ability to review documents for completeness and accuracy
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and reports
  • Ability to recognize and report deviations through inspection programs

Other Duties
  • Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and occasionally lift/move heavy objects
  • Requires physical abilities such as balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, and visual acuity.

Pay Rate: $20-25, plus commission.

Benefits and Perks:

  • Excellent pay
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short-term disability
  • 401K with employer match
  • Paid vacation and company holidays
  • Training and Career Development
  • Company vehicle (if job applicable)
  • Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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