Fire Extinguisher Technician

Ryan Fireprotection, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Fireprotection, Inc. is seeking an Extinguisher Technician in Valparaiso, IN. You will inspect, service, and install portable fire extinguishers and related life-safety systems, ensuring code compliance and thorough documentation.

Ideal candidates are dependable, motivated, and eager to learn, with strong organization and the ability to work independently in a growing company environment. Valid MVR and ability to pass a drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with inspections and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers.
• Familiar with annual inspections of exit/emergency lighting systems.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and maintain a favorable motor vehicle report (MVR).

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and annual inspections of portable fire extinguishers and complete required documentation.
• Perform annual inspections of exit/emergency lighting systems and complete required documentation.
• Dismantle extinguishers and examine mechanical parts, extinguishing agents, and expelling contents.
• Replace worn or damaged parts, recharge extinguishers with approved materials.
• Hydrotesting/Hydrostatic Requalification of Fire Extinguisher Cylinders.
• Replace failed batteries in exit/emergency lights.
• Perform installations of fire extinguisher cabinets and portable extinguishers.
• Evaluate sites to ensure they meet code requirements for spacing of portable extinguishers.
• Skilled in inspection, repair, maintenance and testing of portable extinguishers and life safety lighting.
• Work independently and efficiently to complete assigned tasks.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in the use of mobile technology platforms.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Must have favorable motor vehicle report

Skills

Extinguisher inspection

Service & installation

Hydrostatic testing

Code compliance evaluation

Independent worker

Organization skills

Mobile platforms

Drug screen required

MVR required

Job description

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Position:Fire Extinguisher Technician

Location: Valparaiso, IN

Job Id:1028

# of Openings:1

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Position Overview:

This position is responsible for Fire Extinguisher inspections, service, and installations.

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career with a growing company. The Extinguisher Technician position offers room for advancement into other roles as the organization continues to expand. We are looking for someone who is dependable, motivated, and eager to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform monthly and annual inspections of portable fire extinguishers & complete required documentation
• Perform annual inspections of exit/emergency lighting systems and complete required documentation
• Dismantle extinguishers and examine mechanical parts, extinguishing agents, and expelling contents
• Replace worn or damaged parts, recharge extinguishers with approved materials
• Hydrotesting/Hydrostatic Requalification of Fire Extinguisher Cylinders
• Replace failed batteries in exit/emergency lights
• Perform installation of fire extinguisher cabinets and portable fire extinguishers
• Perform evaluations of site to ensure they meet the code requirements for spacing of portable fire extinguishers
• Skilled in inspection, repair, maintenance and testing of portable fire extinguishers and life safety lighting
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to complete assigned tasks
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in the use of mobile technology platforms
• Must be able to pass a drug screen
• Must have favorable motor vehicle report