Fire Technician III

Total Safety U.S. Inc.; Borger (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite training programs

Travel opportunities (short/long-term)

Job summary

Total Safety U.S. Inc. is seeking a Fire Technician III to perform service inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire protection equipment at customer sites in Borger, TX.

You will ensure regulatory compliance and accurate documentation, with opportunities to train others and support offshore projects. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED with 3+ years’ field experience in fire protection, plus NICET II/III certification or state licensing where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3+ years of field experience in fire protection or related industry
• NICET Level II/III certification in fire protection or state licensing where applicable

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire equipment at customer sites including extinguishers and fire protection systems
• Document inspections and repairs for proper invoicing and reporting
• Conduct pre-job, job update, and post-job completion briefs
• Train customers and junior technicians on equipment and procedures
• Operate safety equipment and PPE, and perform system tests and certifications
• Travel to customer sites, including offshore/short-notice projects as required

Skills

Fire protection knowledge

Safety inspections

Regulatory compliance (OSHA/NFPA)

Driver's license

Education

NICET Level II/III certification in fire protection

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Gas detection equipment

Calibration equipment

Job description

Borger TX WM Office
Borger, TX 79007, USA

Description

Total Safety is looking for a Fire Technician IIIto join their safety conscious team! The Fire Technician III provides service inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair for fire equipment which typically includes but is not limited to portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers, lifesaving equipment, fire and gas detection systems, foam systems, dry chemical systems, navigational aids, gaseous suppression systems and water-based fire protection systems.

Total Safetyis the world's premier provider of integrated safety and compliance services and the products necessary to support them, including gas detection, respiratory protection, safety training, fire protection, compliance and inspection, industrial hygiene, onsite emergency medical treatment/paramedics, communications systems, engineered systems design, and materials management. Our Core Values are People, Safety & Wellbeing, Accountability, Responsibility, Empowerment, Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity.

Performs shop service and/or field inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire equipment which may include customer portable and fixed fire extinguisher systems and components, lifesaving and navigation aid equipment, fire detection and alarm system components, fixed gas detection systems components and foam, dry chemical and gaseous fire suppression systems and components. Typically handles troubleshooting and repair of more complex equipment / issues.

Completes all documentation associated with inspection and repair in a timely and accurate manner and obtains signature from customer so that proper invoicing and documentation can be provided to customer. This includes all inspection and repair documents, job cost billable expenses and time sheets.

Conducts detailed visual inspections and system functional tests of various systems and equipment to report any deficiencies and corrective action recommendations to customer.

Conducts pre-job, job update and post-job completion briefs.

Trains customers and less experienced technicians.

Assists others in facility including stocking shelves with clean, tested, and ready to use equipment and pulling, staging, and loading customer orders onto trucks for delivery.

Maintains work area and other areas in a clean and orderly condition.

Performs basic maintenance and care of assigned vehicle and/or trailer.

Operates electronic safety and communications systems including portable gas monitors, hand-held radios, and other related equipment.

Rigs-up and uses a wide range of safety equipment including retractable lifelines, harnesses, and lanyards.

Trained, authorized, and certified to work both onshore and offshore exploration and production.

Skills and Experience:

Knowledge of all regulatory standards pertaining to assigned responsibilities, i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, etc.

Must have knowledge of applicable Code of Federal Regulations, Coast Guard and ABS regulations if offshore.

Proficiency in the care and use of all sites specific, facility and customer required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Trained in Respiratory Protection and fully certified to wear respiratory breathing equipment (Fit Tested).

Must have a valid driver’s license from state of residence and valid proof of vehicle insurance. Must possess safe driving record and be insurable for Total Safety vehicle insurance while driving company truck.

Forklift experience is considered a plus.

Must pass internal forklift certification as required.

Must be willing to travel to customer’s site and available for travel for short and long-term out-of-town and/or offshore projects.

Must be able to obtain TWIC card and pass any required safety testing to include classes such as Basic Plus, OSHA 10 hour, etc.

Must have State Fire Licenses (if required by State) or pass NICET Level II testing (if State Licensing not required) in THREE disciplines of fire protection or have NICET 3 in TWO fire protection disciplines for appropriate areas of service prior to performing work within those areas.

Shop, indoor and outdoor industrial environments. May be frequently exposed to cold, hot, wet, humid, outside weather conditions and vibration. Works in customer environment. May be exposed to high pressure, chemicals, and traffic. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Educational Requirements:

High School diploma or GED and at least three (3) years of field experience in fire protection, petrochemical, oil refinery or related industry. Associate degree in science or technical area strongly preferred.

Total Safety and its subsidiaries afford equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. Total Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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