What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Extinguisher Technician position at Ryan Fireprotection, Inc.?
Extinguisher Technician
Supervisor: Extinguisher Manager
Location: Ideally this person is based close to Valparaiso, IN - or in-between Valpo and South Bend
This position is responsible for Fire Extinguisher inspections, service, deliveries, and installations
Key Responsibilities
Supervisor: Extinguisher Manager
Location: Ideally this person is based close to Valparaiso, IN - or in-between Valpo and South Bend
This position is responsible for Fire Extinguisher inspections, service, deliveries, and installations
Key Responsibilities
- Perform monthly and annual inspections of portable fire extinguishers & complete required documentation
- Perform annual inspections of exit/emergency lighting systems and complete required documentation
- Dismantle extinguishers and examine mechanical parts, extinguishing agents, and expelling contents
- Replace worn or damaged parts, recharge extinguishers with approved materials
- Hydrotesting/Hydrostatic Requalification of Fire Extinguisher Cylinders
- Replace failed batteries in exit/emergency lights
- Perform installation of fire extinguisher cabinets and portable fire extinguishers
- Perform evaluations of site to ensure they meet the code requirements for spacing of portable fire extinguishers
- Skilled in inspection, repair, maintenance and testing of portable fire extinguishers and life safety lighting
- Ability to work independently and efficiently to complete assigned tasks
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficient in the use of mobile technology platforms
