Onsite Service Tech II - LSS

Vallen Distribution, Inc

Corpus Christi (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 84,000

Full time

29 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with discretionary company match

Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Safety Shoe reimbursement

Job summary

Vallen Distribution, Inc is seeking an Onsite Technician II for the Life Safety Services Group. You will install, inspect, test, and maintain life safety systems and equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis.

You will perform service calls, run system tests, and provide on-site troubleshooting. A valid driver’s license, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read/write English are required, with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

High School or GED required; certifications in fire protection preferred.
Experience with life safety systems installation/maintenance is required.
RME-I certification if applicable; mechanical aptitude essential.

Responsibilities

Conduct service calls and perform tests/inspections to standards.
Install, test, and maintain life safety systems and equipment.
Provide on-site customer service for installation/ITM activities.
Prepare accurate technician worksheets and reports.
Maintain documentation for invoicing and compliance.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Hand tools

English literacy

Valid driver’s license

CDL (hazardous materials)

Read/write English instructions

Education

High School or GED

2 Certifications in fire protection field

RME-I (where applicable)

Tools

BR Scanner

Test Equipment

Laptop

Job description

Put your maintenance and repair skills to good use at Vallen as an Onsite Technician II focused on Life Safety Services in the Vallen Safety Services Group. In this position, you will install and/or inspect, test, and maintain (ITM) life safety systems and equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducting service calls.
Systems testing and inspections to the prescribed standards.
Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintaining of customer's Life Safety Systems.
Identifying code issues and discrepancies.
Preparing accurate, timely Technician worksheets (TWS) and reports.
Installing Life Safety Systems.
Providing customer service in the area of installation and/or ITM of Life Safety Systems. Including, but not limited to: Fire Extinguishers, Fire Alarm and Detection Systems, Gas Detection Systems, Foam Systems, Dry Chemical Systems, Clean Agent Systems, Special Hazard Systems and Water Based Systems.
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, etc.
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.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

High School or GED
Minimum 2 Certification (manufacturing/state) in a fire protection related field
WBS Construction 1-3 yrs. exp
RME-I (if applicable)
Mechanically inclined
Specific -- RELEVENT experience
- Experience in the installation and/or maintenance, repair and service of life safety systems and equipment.
- Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Vallen.
- Maintain minimum productivity of 90% within 60 days.
- 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.
- Able to provide assistance, advise and training to Vallen associates and plant personnel.
- Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
- 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).
- Must pass Drug & Alcohol screen, Physical exam, and background check.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and may be implemented to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

Working conditions will vary with service work being performed indoors and out in the field.
Possibility of working in hazardous environments when working within a plant which would require safety precautions and appropriate equipment.
Ability to work in climatic weather (cold/heat) during day or night operations.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Occasional lifting of items weighting a maximum of 55 lbs.
Ability to climb stairwells up to 15 levels high.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders (step, extension, cage) up to 24' high.
Able to walk at a normal pace for up to 15 continuous minutes.
Able to work from a standing position for 8-10 hours.
Bending, climbing, and stooping as needed for access of equipment to repair and service.
Pass all test requirements to be approved to work offshore. (If Applicable)

Travel Requirements

Up to 10%

Bonus Eligibility

Ineligible

Eligible: Yes. Overtime must be approved by your Manager

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children & Family Coverage
401K with discretionary company match of $.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay - (US positions only)
Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
Employer-paid Short Term & Long Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave (and any leave required under federal, state and local laws)
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Days) -
80-160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued each month and pro-rated from date of hire. 40-56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Referral Program
Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses reimbursement (based on position)
Employee Discounts through BenefitHub