Fire Suppression Technician: Inspect, Service & Install

1st Fire Protection Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

SIMPLE IRA with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

1st FP Companies, LLC is seeking a Fire Extinguisher/Suppression Technician for the San Antonio office to inspect, service, maintain, repair, and install portable and fixed fire extinguishing equipment. The role demands strong attention to safety and the ability to work in a physically active environment.

You will perform routine and complex maintenance on fire suppression equipment, recharge extinguishers, test hydrostatics, inspect kitchens, and install systems in new or renovated facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and customers is required.
• Ability to perform routine to moderately complex inspections, service and repair of fire extinguishing equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex maintenance and repairs on fire suppression equipment including extinguishers and kitchen suppression systems.
• Recharge and perform 6-year service, hydrostatic testing and parts replacement on portable extinguishers.
• Inspect and repair kitchen suppression systems and fire hoses.
• Recharge extinguishers using appropriate materials and test for compliance.
• Install fire extinguishers and suppression systems in new or renovated facilities.
• Monitor inventory and request supplies and equipment as needed.
• Tag extinguishing equipment to certify inspection and operational status.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

1st FP Companies, LLC is seeking a Fire Extinguisher/Suppression Technician for the San Antonio office to inspect, service, maintain, repair, and install portable and fixed fire extinguishing equipment. The role demands strong attention to safety and the ability to work in a physically active environment.

You will perform routine and complex maintenance on fire suppression equipment, recharge extinguishers, test hydrostatics, inspect kitchens, and install systems in new or renovated facilities.