Kitchen Hood Technician

Koorsen Fire and Security; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Koorsen Fire and Security seeks an experienced Kitchen Hood Technician in the Louisville, KY area to join our team of professionals. The role focuses on inspecting, installing, and servicing kitchen hood suppression systems and related equipment.

Pay up to $30/hour depending on experience, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth within Koorsen.

Qualifications

• Mechanical skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications.
• Pass drug and background screenings.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, and service Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems, Paint Booths, and components to ensure proper functionality.
• Inspect Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Emergency and Exit Lights.
• Service any Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, and Emergency and Exit Lights that need maintenance.
• Sell new Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Emergency and Exit Lights.
• Ensure customers understand the functionality of their system.
• 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.
• May be required to perform work outside of scheduled work hours, including second and third shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Strong written and verbal comm.

Valid driver’s license

Licensing and vendor certifications

Drug and background screenings

Job description

Becoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent—yours. We seek an experienced Kitchen Hood Technician in the Louisville, KY, area to join our best-of-the-best team as we drive the industry forward and pursue excellence in everything we do. We want to hear from you if you’re up for the challenge!

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, 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and much more.

Pay up to $30/hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• The inspection, installation, and service of Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems, Paint Booths, and their components to ensure proper functionality
• Inspect Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Emergency and Exit Lights
• Service any Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, and Emergency and Exit Lights that need maintenance
• Sell new Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Emergency and Exit Lights
• Ensure customers understand the functionality of their system
• 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
• May be required to perform work outside of scheduled work hours, including working second and third shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Required

• 1-3 yrs. of experience in the installation or service of kitchen hood suppression systems

Pass drug and background screenings.

• Mechanical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred

• Pre-Engineered Extinguishing Equipment
• Fire Life Safety experience
• Restaurant/Kitchen experience
• Route sales or sales experience
• Fire Extinguisher Vendor Certifications
• Kitchen Hood or Paint Booth Vendor Certifications

Physical Demands

• Able to safely and effectively use general hand and power tools
• Lift and carry at least 75 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 services
• Exposure to outside weather conditions, temperature changes, and loud noises
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.