What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Extinguisher Technician position at Red Hot Fire Extinguisher Sales and Service, Inc.?
Job Description
Red Hot Fire Extinguisher Sales and Service is a locally owned family business that has been providing fire protection services to our customers in eastern Montana and western North Dakota since 1994. We are currently seeking a Fire Extinguisher Technician to join our team. The primary role of this position is to inspect, repair, and maintain fire extinguishers in accordance with applicable NFPA, state, and local codes. This position will be based out of Williston, ND with work being performed primarily at customer locations using one of our mobile service units.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform monthly and annual inspections of portable fire extinguishers.
- Perform extinguisher maintenance and hydrostatic testing as required by applicable codes.
- Dismantle extinguishers and examine mechanical parts, extinguishing agents, and expelling contents.
- Repair or replace worn or damaged parts.
- Reassemble fire extinguishers to safe operating condition.
- Perform installation of fire extinguisher cabinets and portable fire extinguishers.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of all work performed.
- Develop and maintain long-term customer relationships.
- Identify additional sales and service opportunities within existing customer locations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Mechanical ability and basic hand tool knowledge
- Ability to lift over 50 lbs
- Work efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Possess excellent customer service skills.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Working conditions may include restricted movement while in the mobile unit, air contamination and/or compressor noise, lifting, or carrying heavy objects. PPE is provided.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Fire Extinguisher Technician or similar: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person