Fire Extinguisher Manager

Ryan Fireprotection Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Fireprotection Inc. in South Bend, IN is seeking a Fire Extinguisher Manager to lead branch extinguisher operations, oversee daily service, scheduling, inventory, and pricing. This is a working manager role, with hands-on field work alongside technicians while building a team for future growth.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, experience with P&L or budgeting, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Experience managing operations with budgeting or P&L awareness.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and oversee extinguisher inspections and service with scheduling software.
• Perform field and shop work as a working manager during growth.
• Ensure paperwork is completed timely and accurately by technicians.
• Manage shop stock and maintain organized inventory.
• Oversee purchasing of parts and equipment and streamline ordering.
• Ensure service equipment and fleet vehicles are maintained and stocked.
• Quote new extinguisher installations for construction projects and manage them to completion.
• Interview, hire, and onboard field and shop personnel as the division grows.
• Implement training for extinguisher technicians as needed.
• Set and manage service pricing in coordination with Account Managers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Multi-Tasking

P&L Management

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Position:Fire Extinguisher Manager

Location: South Bend, IN

Job Id:957

# of Openings:1

Fire Extinguisher Manager
Location: Northern Indiana (South Bend / Valparaiso)
Reports To: Regional Vice President

Position Overview

This position leads fire extinguisher operations at the branch level, managing day-to-day service, scheduling, inventory, and customer pricing. This is a working manager role, the right candidate will be hands-on in the field alongside any technicians while the division grows, with the expectation of building out the team over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule and oversee extinguisher inspections and service using scheduling software, ensuring work is completed efficiently and accurately
• Perform field and shop work as needed as a working manager during the division's growth phase
• Ensure technicians complete paperwork timely and accurately
• Manage shop stock inventory; keep shop area clean and organized
• Oversee purchasing of parts and equipment; maintain an efficient ordering process for the branch
• Ensure service equipment and fleet vehicles are properly maintained, organized, and stocked with appropriate inventory
• Quote new extinguisher installations for construction projects and manage those projects through completion
• Interview, hire, and onboard field and shop personnel as the division grows
• Implement required training for extinguisher technicians
• Set and manage service pricing; review and adjust in coordination with Account Managers for existing and prospective inspection customers

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong leader and communicator with the ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and make sound decisions independently
• Comfortable in a working manager capacity with a growth mindset toward building a team
• Experience with P&L management or operational budgeting

Required Experience

• Hands-on experience as an extinguisher technician or in managing extinguisher technicians