Mechanical Technician

Rabih M.S.Maad Trading Establishment; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rabih M.S.Maad Trading Establishment is seeking a Fire Equipment Technician to inspect, repair, and test fire extinguishers and related safety systems on site. The role involves dismantling units, replacing worn components, and recharging extinguishers with approved materials.

The technician will assist in fire safety inspections, coordinate activities of other technicians, and maintain detailed records of all inspections, tests, repairs, and remodels of extinguishing systems.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and testing fire extinguishers.
• Ability to dismantle extinguishers and replace worn parts.
• Maintain records of inspections, tests, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, repairs, and tests fire extinguishers using hand tools and hydrostatic equipment.
• Assists in inspecting building and identifying fire hazards as required.
• Coordinates activities of Fire Equipment Technicians and maintains service records.
• Advises departments on types and uses of fire extinguishers.

Skills

Fire extinguishers inspection

Mechanical repair

Dismantling tools

Record keeping

Tools

Hydrostatic test equipment

Hand tools

Monitoring devices

Job description

• Inspects, repairs, and tests fire extinguishers using hand tools, hydrostatic test equipment, and monitoring devices.
• Dismantles extinguishers and examines mechanical parts, extinguishing agents, and expelling means; replaces worn or damaged parts.
• Cleans extinguishers and recharges them with approved materials. Inspects, tests, and repairs systems such as smoke detectors, sprinklers, and dry stand pipe systems, and pull systems.
• Assists in fire safety inspection.
• Coordinates the activities of Fire Equipment Technicians.
• Maintains records of all inspections, tests, repairs, and remodeling of extinguishing systems.
• Assists in inspecting building, investigating fires, evaluating fire hazards, and hazardous materials as required.
• Advises departments of the need, uses, and types of fire extinguishers.