What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Extinguisher Technician position at Nationwide Fire Sprinkler?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Fire Extinguisher Technician, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safety and compliance across commercial and industrial facilities. This energetic position involves inspecting, maintaining, and installing fire extinguishers and fire alarm systems, contributing to a safer environment for clients and communities alike. You will leverage your mechanical knowledge, electrical experience, and construction expertise to deliver top-tier service, all while adhering to fire codes, NFPA standards, and building regulations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy hands-on work that makes a real difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed inspections, maintenance, and testing of fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA standards and local fire codes.
- Install new fire extinguisher units, ensuring proper placement and compliance with building code requirements.
- Conduct fire alarm system maintenance, troubleshooting proprietary control panels, sensors, and schematics to ensure optimal operation.
- Read electrical blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings to facilitate system design and installation projects.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, and CAD software to assist with system design, construction inspection, and installation tasks.
- Ensure building code compliance during all phases of fire suppression system installation and service work.
- Provide exceptional customer service by explaining system functions, safety procedures, and maintenance requirements to clients.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a service technician or construction worker with a focus on fire alarm systems or sprinkler systems.
- Strong mechanical knowledge combined with electrical blueprint reading skills and electrical work experience aligned with NEC (National Electrical Code) standards.
- Familiarity with low voltage systems, sensors, alarms, and proprietary fire alarm control panels.
- Ability to interpret schematics, fire codes, NFPA standards, and building regulations accurately.
- Hands-on experience with power tools, hand tools, and CAD for system design or installation tasks.
- Knowledge of sprinkler fitting techniques and fire sprinkler systems is highly desirable.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with engineering troubleshooting capabilities related to fire alarm systems or electrical issues.
- Exceptional customer service skills to effectively communicate technical information to clients at various levels of understanding.
Embark on a career that combines technical expertise with meaningful safety impact! We’re committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training in fire codes & regulations while providing a collaborative environment where your skills can shine. Join us in safeguarding communities—your expertise makes all the difference!
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Fuel card
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25