Kitchen Fire Suppression Technician – Hands-On Field Role

Metro Fire Equipment Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Metro Fire + Security in El Paso, TX is seeking a Kitchen Suppression System Technician to inspect, install and service kitchen fire suppression systems (hoods) from various manufacturers. You will perform on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintain complete documentation of all work performed.

Able to travel to multiple job sites daily, you will work independently, stay current with NFPA codes, and provide reliable customer service while meeting safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel to multiple job sites daily (valid driver’s license required).
• Knowledge of NFPA code and non-conformance issues.
• Able to walk, stand, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Willing to work flexible hours including on-call, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to lift and move tools/equipment up to 50–70 lbs.
• FEL-K Certification.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand assigned project documentation and work orders including scope of work for inspections and determine if additional information is needed.
• Exhibit effective customer service skills by consistently communicating with internal and external customers to ensure complete customer satisfaction experience.
• Troubleshoot several different fire suppression systems.
• Follow troubleshooting guidelines and refer to technical/parts manuals, change notices and bulletins, modification notices, etc. in order to diagnose and repair equipment or systems.
• Partner with sales to grow and protect the service segment of our business.
• Maintain accurate truck inventory to ensure timely response to customers’ needs.
• Review and explain all work performed to customers.
• Stay current with code requirements and industry changes.
• Attend and complete all required safety training.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Travel to job sites

NFPA code knowledge

Safety-conscious

Verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently

Organized

Valid Driver's License

Flexibility (on-call, nights, weekends

Physical stamina (lift 50–70 lbs)

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Metro Fire + Security in El Paso, TX is seeking a Kitchen Suppression System Technician to inspect, install and service kitchen fire suppression systems (hoods) from various manufacturers. You will perform on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintain complete documentation of all work performed.

Able to travel to multiple job sites daily, you will work independently, stay current with NFPA codes, and provide reliable customer service while meeting safety requirements.