Fire Extinguisher Apprentice

pyebarkerfire; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Company vehicle

Company paid life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation

Training and career development

ALL In Ownership Plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Texas is seeking a Portables Support Technician to assist in inspection, maintenance, and servicing of portable fire protection equipment. This role provides hands-on training under direct supervision and helps the team learn applicable codes, standards, and safe work practices.

You will work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments, transport tools to sites, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No minimum experience required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving role).

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and related equipment under direct supervision.
• Support senior technicians with service tasks including tagging, documentation, and basic compliance checks.
• Learn and follow NFPA standards, company procedures, and safety protocols.
• Transport tools, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed as directed.
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures while working in the field.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding job progress and needs.
• Perform work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
• Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Travel to job sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to follow instructions

Clean driving record

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

The Portables Support Technician is a responsible for assisting in the inspection, maintenance, and servicing of portable fire protection equipment. This position is designed to provide hands‑on training under direct supervision. The role will support experienced team members while learning applicable codes, standards, and safe work practices related to fire and life safety systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with inspection and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and related equipment under direct supervision.
• Support senior technicians with service tasks including tagging, documentation, and basic compliance checks.
• Learn and follow NFPA standards, company procedures, and safety protocols.
• Transport tools, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed as directed.
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures while working in the field.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding job progress and needs.
• Perform work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
• Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
• Travel to job sites as required.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Education/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No minimum experience required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Basic mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving role).

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and climbing ladders.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to work in various environments including commercial, industrial, and construction settings.
• Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work for extended periods.

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

Our Commitment:

Pye-Barker is built on four core values - customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment - that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what's right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.

Our EEO Statement:

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.