Marine Technician

Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC; Baltimore Highlands (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in fire protection services is seeking a Marine Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves traveling to various marine vessels worldwide to install, inspect, and maintain fire protection equipment, ensuring the safety of lives and assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills, a high school diploma, and a willingness to learn about fire safety regulations. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers a chance to grow and make a significant impact in a vital industry.

Benefits

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company paid Short Term Disability

Company paid Long Term Disability

Company paid Life and AD&D insurance

Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care

Aflac

Vacation and Personal time

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of marine experience and basic mechanical skills required.
• Must be able to obtain TWIC and clearances for government sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire protection systems.
• Perform inspections and testing of various fire suppression systems.

Skills

Marine experience

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Ability to learn NFPA 10

Understanding of SOLAS and USCG regulations

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Marine Technician

About the Company

Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC., has been an industry leader for fire protection services in the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area for over 40 years. We are based in Rockville, MD, with an additional office in Baltimore, MD and have an excellent team of employees who are responsible for the design, installation, and inspection of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, kitchen fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and kitchen hood/duct systems. We have an extensive customer base with over 10,000 fire systems that we perform recurring inspection and repair services throughout the region. Our company is continually growing through its internal sales and marketing activities, strong reputation, and business acquisitions.

About the Opportunity

The Marine Technician will attend numerous class marine vessels all around the world to perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair to fire protection equipment of all kinds. Due to the nature of marine work on ships, this position requires that travel may be required with very short notice. The Marine Technician holds a high level of responsibility as lives and assets depend on the accuracy and quality of work being performed daily.

Compensation

• Salary - Pay is hourly and the rate is negotiable depending on candidate's background and experience. Will be discussed during the interview.
• Potential Quarterly Bonuses

Job Duties

• Assist Lead Mechanical Technicians with installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire protection systems.
• Perform inspections of portable/semi-portable fire extinguishers.
• Perform inspections and testing of Fire Suppression systems.
• Perform inspections and testing of Galley Hood Water Washdown systems.
• Perform inspections and testing of Fire Detection Systems. (Gas suppression, CO2, INERGEN, FM-200)
• Display the intention to learn and grow as a valued employee of the company.

Qualifications

• MUST have minimum high school diploma/GED
• 1-5 years of Marine experience/skills desired
• Experience with USNS/MSC/MARAD/USCG/Maritime Academy vessels
• Minimum of 1-2 years of basic mechanical skills
• MUST have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to work full time hours, with the possibility of unusual schedule hours as needed, along with overtime hours as needed, sometimes on short notice.
• Travel 75% or higher, including international travel 25%
• Must be able to gain clearance to enter government work sites and ports
• Ability to obtain TWIC
• Prior knowledge or the ability to learn NFPA 10 (Portable Extinguishers).
• Prior knowledge or the ability to learn CFR's regarding Fire Detection and Suppression Systems.
• Read and understand OEM manuals for the various systems.
• Understand SOLAS and USCG regulations for Fire Detection and Suppression Systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of our responsibilities to customers for the interaction between Harris and the Regulatory Bodies (ABS, USCG).
• Have general knowledge and understanding of the hand tools required for the trade as well as obtain required tools.
• Good/Clear communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and understand functionality of systems.
• Must be able to travel/work CONUS and OCONUS.
• Obtain NFPA 10, OSHA 10 certification.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices.
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.

Benefits

• 401K with a company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care
• Aflac
• Vacation and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Guardian Fire Protection Services is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.