Fire Extinguisher & Suppression Technician

Thompson Safety; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Safety is seeking a Fire Service Technician responsible for installation, maintenance, and inspection of fire extinguishers. The role may expand to testing and repairing fire suppression systems (Kitchen Hoods, Paint Booth, etc.).

Responsibilities include annual maintenance, accurate inspection reporting, and collaboration with customers and contractors to ensure safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; relevant fire extinguisher/systems training preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools.
• Ability to read electrical schematic diagrams.
• Proven experience as portable fire extinguisher and/or fire suppression technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of extinguishers based on hazard/occupancy.
• Exchange extinguishers that require service; replace obsolete/damaged units.
• Install fire extinguisher cabinets, brackets, and wall hangers.
• Indicate type, size, and location of extinguishers on reports.
• Perform semi-annual inspections of restaurant/industrial suppression systems.
• Document findings and note deficiencies on inspection reports.
• Communicate non-compliance issues to customers.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and team members to ensure effective use of extinguishers and systems.
• Build partnerships to grow the business within the industry.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical schematics

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Independent worker

Tool use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Thompson Safety is seeking a Fire Service Technician responsible for installation, maintenance, and inspection of fire extinguishers. The role may expand to testing and repairing fire suppression systems (Kitchen Hoods, Paint Booth, etc.).

Responsibilities include annual maintenance, accurate inspection reporting, and collaboration with customers and contractors to ensure safety compliance.