Shop Technician Apprentice

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We are looking for a shop technician to perform shop services for fire extinguishers, pre-engineered and engineered system cylinders, and other compressed gas cylinders for compliance with applicable life-safety and fire-safety requirements, federal, state, and local ordinances, customer requirements, and the expectations and requirements of the company. This is a fast-paced and demanding role with high visibility within the company. This role reports to the shop manager.

• Maintain inventory in the shop and assist with count as needed
• Perform inventory counts as required
• Keep shop organized and clean
• Ensure DOT compliance for hydro systems and other key areas of the business
• Manage testing records and verify accuracy for DOT inspections
• Maintain, clean, and organize all shop tools
• Check specialty tools in and out
• Building maintenance and cleaning as needed
• Responsible for maintaining extinguishers and system cylinders in various locations in shop such as complete work, return bins, swap outs, condemned extinguishers, swap systems cylinders
• Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations either electronically or manually
• Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow up, quotes, questions, or concerns
• Maintain equipment and tools necessary to safely perform job
• Work in compliance with the Company s safety program

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess the ability to calculate basic math including fractions, decimals and percentages
• Must possess the knowledge and ability to understand and operate basic computer functions, operating systems and software applications such as Windows, Word, Apple IOS, Android and Outlook. In addition, required to learn and use industry specific devices and software
• Must currently have a valid U.S. driver s license

• Experience with inventory and fire extinguishers is beneficial but this is a trainee or entry level role
• NAFED 10 within 90 days of hire
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Problem-solving skills

• Overtime may be required, and the number of hours may vary based on work location
• May be exposed to all kinds of work environments. Varying work environments from hot to cold temperatures and exposure to dust
• Occasionally asked to travel overnight to a customer location
• Must be able to successfully lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Frequent lifting and carrying of toolboxes, equipment, parts, tools, equipment, and or cabling
• Frequent ladder climbing and checking, pulling wire, etc
• Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, and raising hands overhead
• Driving is required and the amount of time driving may vary
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment PPE for this position in accordance with safety standards

• Work at a mission-driven company, focused on people
• Comprehensive medical plan options, including dental and vision
• 401K plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Continued growth and expansion into new markets and products and services

This is a unique opportunity to join a great team at a company that is rapidly expanding and evolving, which may also bring significant potential for career growth.

Certa Site is a fast-growing fire protection and life safety company. Fire and life safety is our passion. It’s all we think about. We leverage our hard-earned expertise to give people peace of mind, confidence, and more time to pursue their core businesses. Since 2018, we have grown from four to 18 markets while serving more than…