Pump Test Technician

Banner Fire Equipment, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

PTO + holidays

Job summary

Banner Fire Equipment in Roxana, IL seeks a dependable Pump Test Technician for field-based testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire apparatus across a six-state territory (MO, IL, IA, AR, and surrounding Midwest areas). Travel required Feb–Dec; off-season in Roxana for shop maintenance and training.

You’ll operate the pump test trailer at department sites, troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems, calibrate testing gear, and document results while representing Banner on customer

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required; trade school a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with engines/pumps/hydraulics.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems from manuals/diagrams.
• Provide and maintain basic personal hand tools; company provides larger tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pump test trailer at fire department locations.
• Perform pump testing, inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Ensure NFPA compliance and safety standards.
• Calibrate and verify testing equipment; document results.
• Coordinate parts and communicate repair needs internally.
• Represent Banner Fire Equipment on customer sites.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshoot mechanical/electrical

Valid driver’s license

Hand tools ownership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

At Banner Fire Equipment, we’ve supported firefighters across the Midwest for over 40 years with trusted fire and rescue apparatus, gear, and tools. Built on strong relationships and performance, we are committed to equipping first responders to protect lives and communities.

Join Our Team

We’re seeking a dependable, mechanically skilled Pump Test Technician to perform field-based testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire apparatus across a six-state territory (MO, IL, IA, AR, and surrounding Midwest areas).

If you’re a hands-on technician who enjoys travel, problem-solving, and working directly with fire departments to keep equipment safe, compliant, and mission-ready, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Values

Guided by a Relentless Pursuit to Serve, we support first responders through trust, expertise, and partnership.
Core values: Genuine, Good Partner, Dependable, Curious.

What This Role Looks Like (Day-to-Day)

This is a travel-based field role:

• Work primarily during a February–December service season
• On the road Monday–Friday during peak months
• Annual schedule is planned in advance and adjusted as needed for customer needs
• Scheduling is coordinated by a Service Advisor
• Off-season work is based in Roxana, IL, focused on shop maintenance, repairs, and training

What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain pump test trailer at fire department locations
• Perform pump testing, inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems (engines, pumps, valves, foam systems, tanks)
• Ensure NFPA compliance and safety standards
• Calibrate and verify testing equipment (gauges, flow meters)
• Document test results, repairs, and service reports
• Coordinate parts and communicate repair needs internally
• Communicate professionally with fire departments on service updates
• Maintain trailer and equipment in safe working condition
• Represent Banner Fire Equipment on customer sites

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma/GED required (trade school preferred)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Strong mechanical aptitude (engines, pumps, hydraulics, or heavy equipment)
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems using manuals and diagrams
• Must provide and maintain basic personal hand tools required assigned duties (company provides larger equipment, service vehicles, and job-specific tools/materials)
• Fire apparatus or emergency vehicle experience preferred
• NFPA familiarity a plus; EVT certification preferred

Why You’ll Love Working at Banner Fire Equipment
Estimated pay: $20.00–$25.00/hour ( Final offers are tailored to your background, certifications, experience, and training. )

We offer a strong benefits package including:

• Weekly pay
• 100% employer-paid employee medical option + life/disability coverage
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with up to 5% match
• PTO from day one + 11.5 paid holidays
• Training and advancement opportunities

While in the field, the company provides a service vehicle, fuel, lodging, and a daily meal allowance.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join Banner Fire Equipment in our Relentless Pursuit to Serve and help support the firefighters who protect our communities every day.

At Banner Fire Equipment, we’ve supported firefighters across the Midwest for over 40 years with trusted fire and rescue apparatus, gear, and tools. Built on strong relationships and performance, we are committed to equipping first responders to protect lives and communities.

Join Our Team

We’re seeking a dependable, mechanically skilled Pump Test Technician to perform field-based testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire apparatus across a six-state territory (MO, IL, IA, AR, and surrounding Midwest areas).

If you’re a hands-on technician who enjoys travel, problem-solving, and working directly with fire departments to keep equipment safe, compliant, and mission-ready, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Values

Guided by a Relentless Pursuit to Serve, we support first responders through trust, expertise, and partnership.
Core values: Genuine, Good Partner, Dependable, Curious.

What This Role Looks Like (Day-to-Day)

This is a travel-based field role:

• Work primarily during a February–December service season
• On the road Monday–Friday during peak months
• Lodging provided (hotels/Airbnbs); weekends home between assignments
• Annual schedule is planned in advance and adjusted as needed for customer needs
• Scheduling is coordinated by a Service Advisor
• Off-season work is based in Roxana, IL, focused on shop maintenance, repairs, and training

What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain pump test trailer at fire department locations
• Perform pump testing, inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems (engines, pumps, valves, foam systems, tanks)
• Conduct routine servicing (oil changes, lubrication, aerial cleaning, etc.)
• Ensure NFPA compliance and safety standards
• Calibrate and verify testing equipment (gauges, flow meters)
• Document test results, repairs, and service reports
• Coordinate parts and communicate repair needs internally
• Communicate professionally with fire departments on service updates
• Maintain trailer and equipment in safe working condition
• Represent Banner Fire Equipment on customer sites

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma/GED required (trade school preferred)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Strong mechanical aptitude (engines, pumps, hydraulics, or heavy equipment)
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical/electrical systems using manuals and diagrams
• Must provide and maintain basic personal hand tools required assigned duties (company provides larger equipment, service vehicles, and job-specific tools/materials)
• Fire apparatus or emergency vehicle experience preferred
• NFPA familiarity a plus; EVT certification preferred

Why You’ll Love Working at Banner Fire Equipment
Estimated pay: $20.00–$25.00/hour ( Final offers are tailored to your background, certifications, experience, and training. )

We offer a strong benefits package including:

• Weekly pay
• 100% employer-paid employee medical option + life/disability coverage
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with up to 5% match
• PTO from day one + 11.5 paid holidays
• Training and advancement opportunities

While in the field, the company provides a service vehicle, fuel, lodging, and a daily meal allowance.

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