Fire Protection Service Tech II - LSS (Alarm/Extinguishers/Sprinklers)

Vallen USA; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Days)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Vallen USA in Geismar, Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Service Technician II to focus on Life Safety Services. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining life safety systems for valued customers.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or GED, along with certifications in fire protection. Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively troubleshoot and repair systems are essential. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in installation and/or maintenance of life safety systems.
• Current Motor Vehicle License with a good driving record.
• Must pass drug & alcohol screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct service calls and systems testing.
• Perform emergency troubleshooting and maintain life safety systems.
• Provide customer service in life safety systems installation and maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical skills

Life safety systems installation and maintenance

Education

High School or GED

Minimum 2 Certifications in fire protection

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Benefits at Vallen

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children, and Family Coverage
• 401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only)
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
• Employer-paid Short-Term and 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 and Sick Days): 80–160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued monthly and prorated from date of hire. 40–56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays): 8 scheduled holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• 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
• Advancement opportunities
• Vallen complies with all minimum wage laws

Position Summary

Put your maintenance and repair skills to good use at Vallen as a Service 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.
• 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.

Job Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Minimum 2 Certification (manufacturing/state) in a fire protection related field
• Fire Alarm & Ext A 1-3 yrs. exp or
• WBS Construction 1-3 yrs. exp
• RME-I (if applicable)
• Mechanically inclined
• Strong communication skills
• 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)

Equal Opportunity Employer - Ethnically and Culturally Diverse / Females / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity