Portable Fire Equipment Technician | Independent Field Tech

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability

401K

Paid vacation

Company vehicle

Ownership plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Hood/Portables Service Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and service on portable fire protection equipment, including kitchen hood systems, with minimal supervision.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and on-site customer communication, requiring the ability to work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments and travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in fire and life safety industry preferred.
• NICET Level I or above preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks.
• Strong understanding of portable fire protection equipment and applicable codes.
• Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving role).

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, testing, maintenance, and servicing of portable fire extinguishers and hood systems independently.
• Complete standard service calls without direct supervision while ensuring quality and compliance.
• Conduct annual inspections, maintenance, and assist with testing as required.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and company procedures.
• Accurately document services performed, including tagging and reporting.
• Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to customers and supervisors.

Skills

Independent work

Customer service

Safety compliance

Tool usage

Travel to job sites

Education

High school diploma

NICET Level I+ preferred

Tools

Testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Hood/Portables Service Technician to perform inspections, maintenance, and service on portable fire protection equipment, including kitchen hood systems, with minimal supervision.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and on-site customer communication, requiring the ability to work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments and travel to job sites as needed.