Extinguisher Technician

Firesafetyworks; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P is seeking a Fire Extinguisher Technician responsible for inspection, testing, servicing, and installation of portable fire extinguishers and related safety equipment in accordance with fire codes.

The role requires experience as a fire extinguisher technician, familiarity with NFPA codes, and ability to travel for inspections and service across customers, ensuring timely, high-quality workmanship and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a fire extinguisher technician.
• Familiar with NFPA codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, service, and/or install portable fire extinguishers and related safety systems.
• Solicit new business for fire extinguisher and restaurant fire suppression inspections.
• Conduct inspections for established customers and maintain high quality work.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Database software

Tools

MS Office suite

Test equipment knowledge

Digital analyzers

Job description

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P is looking for a Fire Extinguisher Technician. In this position you will be responsible for the inspection, testing, servicing, and/or the installation of portable fire extinguishers suppression systems, or other applicable fire safety equipment and systems in accordance with applicable fire codes.

• Experience working as a fire extinguisher technician.
• Familiar with NFPA codes and standards.
• Solicit new business for fire extinguisher and restaurant fire suppression inspections.
• Conduct inspections for established customers in a timely manner while maintaining high standard of quality work.
• Perform work in an efficient and organized matter.
• Maintain accurate and precise documentation daily.
• Be a self-motivator with little direct supervision required.
• Display professional appearance.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Professional communication with customers and ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Motivated to achieve a high standard of productivity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of personal computers including such programs as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, IOS and database (software) programs
• Have a working knowledge of test equipment including multi-meters, digital analyzers, frequency meters, decibel meters, and communicating devices
• Must have the ability to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working in ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Most work is performed indoors; some site work conditions are similar to typical construction projects
• Ability to work a full time schedule
• Overtime may be required for this position with short notice
• Available for travel, which may include nights and weekends to accommodate customer’s schedule
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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