Fire Extinguisher Technician

Davita Inc.; Viley (KY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fire and security industry seeks a Fire Extinguisher Technician in the Lexington, KY area. The position involves inspecting and maintaining fire safety equipment while providing excellent customer service. Join a team that values continuous learning and offers a competitive pay structure with benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Matching 401k

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 yr. of mechanical skills and customer service required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service fire extinguishers and related equipment.
• Sell new fire safety products.
• Ensure customer understanding of maintained systems.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Becoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent-yours. We are looking for a Fire Extinguisher Technician in Lexington, KYarea to join our best-of-the-best team as we drive the industry forward and pursue excellence in everything we do. If you're up to the challenge, we want to talk to you.

At Koorsen, we don't provide jobs; we provide careers. A career at Koorsen includes competitive pay, a significant health package, an annual bonus program, life insurance, continuous learning offerings, matching 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and more.

Salary Up to $22/hour depending upon experience and certifications until fully trained, then will go to 100% commission.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Emergency, Exit Lights, and Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems
• Service any Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, and Emergency and Exit Lights that need maintenance
• Sell new Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Emergency and Exit Lights
• Ensure customers understand the products and systems we maintain on their property
• Interact with customers, vendors, and co-workers in a professional manner
• Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices
• Open-minded willingness for continual learning
• Follow all Koorsen policies, procedures, and core values
• Any other duties deemed appropriate by management

Required:

• 1 yr. of mechanical skills and customer service
• Pass drug and background screenings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• state licensing requirements and vendor certifications
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:

• 1-3 years of Fire Life Safety experience
• Route sales or sales experience
• Fire Extinguisher Vendor Certifications

Physical Demands:

• Able to safely and effectively use general hand and power tools
• Must be able to use a cell phone and cell phone app effectively
• Lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs. Push and pull more significant than 75 lbs.
• Climb a ladder reaching a height of at least 12 feet and use a man lift to perform service
• Exposure to outside weather conditions, temperature changes, and loud noise
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

HIRING PROCESS (in addition to an interview):
New hires must complete the I-9 Verification form within three days of hire. The U.S. Department of Justice and Immigration and Immigration and Naturalization Services require this form. It is used to verify your identity and right to work in the United States. In addition, we verify employment eligibility via E-Verify.
Background checks with criminal courts, state and county repositories of criminal records, and the Department of Motor Vehicles are required for all Positions.
Tests for Evidence of Substance Abuse through a urinalysis test are required if this application results in an offer of employment.