Fire Service Technician

Thompson Safety, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Safety, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Fire Service Technician to install, maintain, inspect fire extinguishers, and potentially service fire suppression systems in kitchens and industrial settings.

You will perform annual inspections, determine proper placement, exchange units, and communicate any non-compliance issues while coordinating with customers and team members to enhance safety and equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; relevant certifications preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools.
• Ability to read electrical schematic diagrams and NFPA standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of extinguishers based on hazard.
• Exchange extinguishers that require service; replace obsolete/damaged units.
• Perform semi-annual inspection of restaurant and industrial fire suppression systems.
• Communicate to the customer any non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and team members to ensure equipment effectiveness.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read electrical schematics

Communication

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

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TXF - Houston Fire Full Time Houston, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1776

Job Summary :

The Fire Service Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and inspection of fire extinguishers . The role could expand to handle testing, inspecting, and repair ing fire suppression systems (Kitchen Hoods, Paint Booth, etc.).

Supervisor y Responsibilities:

• None

Essential Job Functions :

• Perform a nnual maintenance/inspections of fire extinguishers.
• Determine proper type, quantity, and placement of fire extinguishers based on hazard/occupancy classification.
• Exchange fire extinguishers that require service; replace obsolete/damaged units.
• Perform s emi- a nnual inspection of restaurant and industrial fire suppression systems.
• Communicate to the customer any non-compliance issues.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and other team members to ensure efficient and effective use of fire extinguishers and possibly fire suppression systems.
• Build and develop partnerships that will grow the business within the industry m arketplace .
• Adhere to safety guidelines and practices, both for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned .

Experience & Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or GED required . Certifications or training in fire extinguisher and fire suppression systems is strongly preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand/power tools.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and the ability to read electrical schematic diagrams.
• Proven experience working as a portable fire extinguisher and/or fire suppression technician.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting NFPA standards (10, 17, 17a, 96), and technical manuals (Ansul, Amerex, CaptiveAire , etc.)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers and team members.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Maintain a v alid driver's license and ability to pass a drug and background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear and have full use of hands. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to wor k from a ladder, and in some case, a man-lift.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel daily.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.