Fire Extinguisher Department Manager - 47

Job DetailsJob Location: N.O. Service Center - Harvey, LA 70058  Fire Extinguisher Department Manager  Join a growing, stable company offering consistent hours and strong benefits. Gas and Supply is the region’s largest independent distributor of welding, safety, and industrial supplies, as well as a top national distributor of industrial, medical, and cryogenic gases.  With over fifty locations across seven states, we are seeking a motivated individual to become a part of our team as a Fire Extinguisher Department Manager. Compensation & Benefits   Competitive wages based on experience.   Monday–Friday work schedule.   Bonus opportunities.   Career advancement opportunities.   Employer-paid life insurance.   Employer-paid disability insurance.   Health, dental, and vision insurance available.   401(k) with employer match.   Educational reimbursement program.   Generous personal leave policy.  Key Responsibilities  Leadership & Team Management   Hire, train, lead, and supervise Fire Extinguisher Department personnel.   Provide ongoing coaching, development, and performance feedback to team members.  Maintain a positive, professional, and safety-focused work environment.   Work closely with co-workers and other departments to ensure effective communication and teamwork. Hold team members accountable for quality, productivity, safety, and customer service expectations.  Operations & Scheduling   Develop and manage the Fire Extinguisher Department's service schedule.   Manage daily field operations and ensure service commitments are met.   Ensure all customers are invoiced after service.   Successfully complete and oversee required NFPA Fire Extinguisher Technician certifications.  Review, evaluate, and continuously improve department processes.   Maintain accurate department records and documentation.   Ensure vehicles, equipment, and work areas are properly maintained, organized, and clean.    Manage the Fire Extinguisher Department's inventory and supply needs.  Customer Service & Business Development   Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.   Address customer concerns promptly and work toward effective resolutions.   Identify opportunities to increase department sales, productivity, and customer retention.        Support the department's overall sales and productivity goals.   Qualifications  Qualifications & Skills   Previous leadership or management experience; experience in fire protection, fire extinguishers, or a related service industry is preferred.   Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.    Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to build lasting professional relationships.   Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.   Comfortable learning and using inspection, scheduling, and business software.    Ability to analyze department performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Valid driver's license.   Ability to pass a background check and drug test.         Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.          Willingness to obtain and maintain required industry certifications.   Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with management and team members.   Why Join Our Team?  This is an opportunity to build a career in the fire and life-safety industry while developing valuable technical, customer-service, and field-service skills. We value employees who are dependable, safety-conscious, willing to learn, and committed to providing quality service to our customers.