Fire Extinguisher & Kitchen Suppression Techn

Thompson Safety; Shiner (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Safety is seeking a Fire Extinguisher/Kitchen Suppression System Technician to install and inspect fire extinguishers and suppression systems (kitchen hoods). A valid state license is required.

The role involves installation, inspection, and repair tasks with attention to safety and compliance. Responsibilities include annual extinguisher inspections, determining placement, maintaining reports, and collaborating with customers and contractors to ensure proper system operation and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; fire extinguishers and suppression system training preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Basic knowledge of electricity and ability to read electrical schematics.
• Experience as a Fire Technician is preferred.
• Ability to read NFPA standards (10, 13, 17, 17a, 25, 72, 96) and related manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of extinguishers based on hazard.
• Exchange or replace extinguishers needing service; replace obsolete units.
• Install extinguisher cabinets, brackets, and wall hangers.
• Indicate type, size, and location on inspection reports.
• Perform semi-annual and annual inspections of restaurant/industrial suppression systems, sprinklers, and alarms.
• Document findings and note deficiencies on reports; communicate non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and team members for repairs and maintenance.
• Provide technical support on system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Build partnerships to grow business within the industry; adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand/power tools

Electrical schematics

NFPA standards knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ansul/Amerex system knowledge

Job description

Job Summary

The Fire Extinguisher/Kitchen Suppression System Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection of fire extinguishers and the inspection, installation and repair of fire suppression systems (Kitchen Hoods). Appropriate state license is required.

Job Summary

The Fire Extinguisher/Kitchen Suppression System Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection of fire extinguishers and the inspection, installation and repair of fire suppression systems (Kitchen Hoods). Appropriate state license is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Essential Job Functions

• Perform Annual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of fire extinguishers based on hazard/occupancy classification.
• Exchange fire extinguishers that require service; replace obsolete/damaged units.
• Installation of fire extinguisher cabinets, brackets, and wall hangers.
• Indicate type, size, and location of fire extinguishers on inspection reports.
• Perform Semi-Annual and Annual inspections of restaurant/industrial fire suppression systems, fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems.
• Document findings and note deficiencies on inspection reports.
• Communicate to the customer any non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and other team members to ensure efficient and effective repair and maintenance of fire suppression, fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers regarding fire suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm systems; including system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Build and develop partnerships that will grow the business within the industry marketplace.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and practices, both for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Certifications or training on fire extinguishers and fire suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm systems is strongly preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and the ability to read electrical schematic diagrams.
• Proven experience working as a Fire Technician is preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting NFPA standards (10, 13, 17, 17a, 25, 72, 96), and technical manuals (Ansul, Amerex, CaptiveAire, etc.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers and team members.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Maintain a v alid driver's license and ability to pass a drug and background check.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear and have full use of hands. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work from a ladder, and in some case, a man-lift.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel daily.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.