Fire Equipment Technician - Field Service & Inspections

Total Safety; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Safety is seeking a Fire Technician to service, inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire protection equipment including extinguishers and detection systems. The role requires field work, documentation, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year in fire protection or related industries, strong troubleshooting skills, and a high school diploma or technical training.

Qualifications

• 1 year of field experience in fire protection, petrochemical, oil refinery or related industry.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot electronic safety equipment per manufacturers’ specs.
• Ability to diagnose equipment problems and take corrective action.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards incl. OSHA, NFPA, CFR/Coast Guard as applicable.
• Proficiency with PPE care and respiratory protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform shop or field inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire equipment.
• Complete all inspection/repair documentation and obtain customer signatures for invoicing.
• Conduct visual inspections and functional tests, report deficiencies and recommendations.
• Prepare pre-job, in-job, and post-job briefs.
• Assist in stocking, staging, and delivery of equipment.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and vehicle or trailer.
• Rig and use safety equipment and PPE as required.

Skills

Field experience

Electronic safety equipment

Troubleshooting

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/NFPA)

CFR/Coast Guard knowledge

Math skills

PPE handling

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical training

Job description

Total Safety is seeking a Fire Technician to service, inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire protection equipment including extinguishers and detection systems. The role requires field work, documentation, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year in fire protection or related industries, strong troubleshooting skills, and a high school diploma or technical training.