Fire Technician

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

An IPS Fire technician will be able to install, service, test and inspect fire alarm and special hazards suppression systems.  Additionally, they may install, service, and test and inspect exit lighting, access control, intrusion, closed circuit television, as well as other electronic equipment systems and related equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to complete timely reports and necessary customer documentation
• Will be learning to read and follow blue prints, schematics, drawings, and manufacturer’s installation and operation manuals and/or other related documentation in order to properly test a system or component.
• Work under other IPS technicians as well as independently when required.
• Follow company mandated safety policies
• Must provide accurate and timely paperwork processing.
• Must have Tennessee Fire Alarm license or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Must actively pursue all training options presented.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must have Ohio Fire Alarm License 
• NICET I or higher preferred 
• Undergo background check.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity and honesty.
• Must have a demeanor to tolerate a variety of customer personalities.
• Must demonstrate excellent people skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent organizations skills
• Must demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be goal oriented.
• Must demonstrate good written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be self-motivated; able to perform work with little supervision.
• Must be able to direct and supervise others.
• Possess good math, language, and reading skills. Must fluently speak, read, and legibly write in English.
• Must have some computer skills – after learning, must be able to navigate company software, enter data, and send communication.
• Must pursue, obtain, and maintain appropriate state licenses.
• Must have 10-hour OSHA certification.
• Must have and maintain first aid certification.
• Must have and maintain CPR certification.
• Must have training certifications for and be competent to operate aerial work platforms and articulating boom man-lifts.
• Possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to communicate and work amiably, professionally, and courteously with a variety of personalities.

Physical Requirements:

• Pass 10-panel drug screen test and undergo random drug testing
• Background check required. Must have and maintain a clean driving record (no DUIs or other serious violations within the past three years).
• Must be licensed to and able to drive a company vehicle.
• Required to stand and walk.
• Maximum unassisted lift = 75 lbs. Average unassisted lift would be less than 35 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, climb ladders both caged and un-caged as well as stairs and other equipment.
• Good eye/hand coordination and mechanical skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Work environments may be indoor or outdoor conditions. May be exposed to weather, dust, dirt, sunlight, minor exhaust and fuel fume odors. High noise levels will require hearing protection. Work shoes with steel toe are required. Must follow all company safety requirements.

PERSPECTIVE:

IPS is a customer-oriented company. The successful person in this job will:

• Start his/her day trying to determine how he/she can exceed customer satisfaction at   each and every opportunity.
• Be ever mindful that he/she has both internal and external customers.
• Understand his/her job description but also understand that the phrase “It’s not my job” does not belong at IPS.
• Understand that “Everyone Sells” at IPS

RIGHT TO CHANGE:

 This job description is intended to be an overview of the job or position and is not intended to be a contractual commitment by Integrated Protection Services, Inc., and employees or prospective employees shall not construe them as such. No permanent employment or employment for any term is intended or can be implied from this job description. Integrated Protection Services, Inc. reserves the right to revoke, change or supplement to this job description at any time with or without notice.

NOTE: All employment positions at Integrated Protection Services Inc. are “at-will” positions. “At-will” positions are those where employment and compensation can be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice. No one is authorized by the company to provide any individual with special arrangements concerning terms or conditions of employment. No permanent employment or employment for any term is intended or can be implied by statements in this job description.