Fire Extinguisher Technician - Entry Level

Koorsen Fire & Security; Edmonton Heights (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health package

Annual bonus

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Koorsen Fire & Security in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Fire Extinguisher Technician to join our skilled team. You will inspect and service extinguishers, hoses, emergency lights, and related fire safety systems on customer sites, ensuring reliability and compliance.

Ideal candidates bring at least 1 year of mechanical skills and customer service, strong communication, a valid driver’s license, and any state licensing or vendor certifications.

Qualifications

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

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
• 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

Skills

Mechanical skills

Customer service

Driver's license

Communication

Licensing/certifications

Job description

Becoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent-yours. We are looking for a Fire Extinguisher Technician in Huntsville, AL 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, a matching 401 (k), paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and more.

Salary $19 - $25 / hour, depending upon experience. This position will go to 100% incentive pay after training is completed.

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
• 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 year of mechanical skills and customer service experience
• 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

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 the 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.

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7:00 am - 3:45 pm (Monday - Friday)