Life Safety Equipment Technician I

Vallen USA; Borger (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Vallen USA in Texas is seeking a Service Technician I focused on Instrument, Fire, and Respiratory safety services. You will perform inspections, testing, maintenance and repairs on safety equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis.

The role requires high school, certifications, and relevant experience, with the ability to read/write English and work in field conditions, including hazardous environments. Training provided, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School or GED.
• Minimum 1 Certifications (manufacturer /state).
• Minimum 1-year related experience.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Specific -- RELEVENT experience.
• Experience in the Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of Safety Equipment.
• Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Vallen North America.
• Current Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
• Commercial Driver's License required if carrying loads of hazardous materials.
• Proficient with hand tools.
• Able to complete repairs and maintenance of equipment in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
• Maintain minimum productivity of 80% within 60 days.
• Keep all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process and quality instructions).

Responsibilities

• Conducting service calls.
• Identifying equipment discrepancies.
• Preparing accurate and timely Technician Worksheets (TWS) and reports.
• Providing customer service in the area of Inspecting, Testing, Maintenance and Repairs of Life Safety Equipment. Including, but not limited to: Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Gas Detection Monitors, Respiratory Equipment, Fall Protection Equipment and Safety Shower / Eyewash Units.
• Responsible for providing the testing and repair documentation and ensuring it is filled out accurately, completely and turned in for proper invoicing.
• Responsible for ensuring the customer has all required copies of all required documentation upon servicing equipment.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties, i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, NFPA Guidelines and Vallen Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Always exhibit safe work practices.
• Assist in shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders & distributing to sales associates for processing.
• May include the use of company provided assets such as but not limited to: Company Vehicle, Inventory, Safety Equipment, Laptop, BR Scanner, Test Equipment, Tools, Radio, Cell Phone, Fuel Card and/or Credit Card.
• Associates are required to maintain proper care of all assets as defined by Vallen policies.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Inspection/Testing/Maintenance

Equipment repair

Read/Write English

Hand tools

Timely maintenance

English proficiency

Problem solving

Education

High School or GED

Certifications (manufacturer/state)

Licenses and Certifications

Tools

Motor Vehicle License

Commercial Driver's License

Hand tools

Job description

Vallen USA in Texas is seeking a Service Technician I focused on Instrument, Fire, and Respiratory safety services. You will perform inspections, testing, maintenance and repairs on safety equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis.

The role requires high school, certifications, and relevant experience, with the ability to read/write English and work in field conditions, including hazardous environments. Training provided, with opportunities for advancement.