Fire Extinguisher Department Manager - 47

Industrial-Welding-Supply-Co-of-Har; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid disability insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Educational reimbursement program

Generous personal leave policy

Bonus opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Gas and Supply in Harvey, LA is seeking a Fire Extinguisher Department Manager to lead our Fire Extinguisher team and oversee daily operations, scheduling, and customer relations. The role emphasizes safety, quality service, and department efficiency within a growing, full-service welding and safety supplies distributor.

The manager will hire, train, coach, and supervise staff, ensure NFPA certification readiness, and drive process improvements while maintaining accurate records and inventory

Qualifications

• Proven leadership or management experience in fire protection or related services.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Customer-service mindset with ability to build relationships.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise Fire Extinguisher Department personnel.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback; maintain safety-focused environment.
• Develop and manage service schedule; ensure commitments are met.
• Oversee NFPA Fire Extinguisher Technician certifications.
• Maintain department records and inventory; ensure proper coverage.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Independent work

Scheduling software

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Details

Job 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.