What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician - Fire Apparatus Testing position at Architectural Testing Inc?
Fire Apparatus Test Technician Intertek is searching for a Fire Apparatus Test Technician to join our Building & Constructionteam in our York, PA office.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Mobile Fire Apparatus Testing! The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment.
The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A / E / C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site. Building Products Testing Solutions From code compliance to performance testing to product certification - our commitment is to build a lasting partnership with our customers.
We enable them to work with a single source to get their product the market access success they need. Salary & Benefits Information In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. What are we looking for? The Fire Apparatus Test Technician is responsible for testing and inspections of the following assets for our clients :
- Fire hose
- Ground ladders
- Apparatus-mounted and portable pumps
- Hose appliances and nozzles What you'll do :
- Fire hose Unpacking apparatus-mounted and station reserve hose and laying out on the test site Labeling and identifying hose details for reporting Visual inspections for defects of the hose Hydrostatic testing of the fire hose Draining and cleaning (if necessary) the tested hose Repacking apparatus-mounted hose better than as-found Replacing station reserve hose Generating details reports for NFPA 1962 hose testing
- Ground ladders Unloading of extension, roof, folding, and multipurpose ground ladders from the apparatus Labeling and identifying ladder details for reporting Visual inspections for defects of the ladders and their components Stress testing of the ladders and its hardware Placing the ladders back on the apparatus exactly as found Generating detailed reports for NFPA 1932 ground ladder testing
- Apparatus-mounted and portable pumps Performing standardized pump inspections and testing in accordance with NFPA 1911 Chapter 21 Generating detailed reports for NFPA 1911 Chapter 21 pump tests
- Hose appliances and nozzles Unloading of hose appliances and nozzles from the apparatus Inspection and testing of appliances in accordance with NFPA 1962 Generating detailed reports for NFPA 1962 nozzle / appliance testing What it takes to be successful in this role :
- High school diploma or GED is required.
Firefighting background and certificates are preferred, but not a requirement
Assured. Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts.
With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth. Intertek is a drug-free workplace.
As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed. We Value Diversity Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success.
Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity.
We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department. #LI-LM1Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide.
Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains.
Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
