Fire Extinguisher Shop Technician

Description

Metro Fire + Security has been serving Arizona since 1972. We are a full-service fire protection company that offers statewide service in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas. We are a family-owned business that prides itself on customer service and integrity. Our staff of friendly and experienced professionals are dedicated to proving quality service.

From initially selling and servicing fire extinguishers, we have transformed ourselves into a full-service fire and life safety corporation. We now specialize in sprinkler system testing, repair and installation, kitchen and restaurant systems, fire alarm design, installation and service, backflow prevention devices, full service alarm monitoring, fire pump repair and installation, and underground hydrant repairs and installation, among the many services we offer.

Great culture and room for growth.

The Fire Extinguisher (“FX”) Shop Technician is primarily responsible for providing service and maintenance to portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 code regulations. The FX Shop Technician will support FX Technicians with stock and inventory as needed, maintain a healthy stock of portable for technicians, and ensure the warehouse stays clean. A desired candidate is reliable, follows the code regulations, does not take short-cuts, is coachable, and is always willing to help others learn.

Perform annual inspections on fire extinguishers per NFPA 10

Appropriately retag extinguishers after completing inspections

Perform fire extinguisher repairs, maintenance, and upgrades including recharges and 6-year internal inspections

Perform 12-year hydro test

Bring portables up to will call to fill orders, as needed

Provide professional opinion regarding hanger and bracket use to mount fire extinguishers

Update and complete Building Reports, for inventory purposes, while performing work

Keep tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, etc.

Stay current with code requirements and industry changes

Attend and complete all required safety training

Perform other related duties as assigned or required

Valid driver’s license

High School Diploma/ GED

Able to work Monday – Friday, between the hours of 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Able to stand on feet for, at least, 8 hours, and can lift over 50 lbs.

Able to work flexible hours including on-call rotation, nights, and weekends to meet customer needs

Able to travel to multiple job sites each day

High precision/ detail-oriented

Clear verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently, with little supervision

Knowledge of fire systems and tools

Works effectively and efficiently while performing all aspects of the required job

Must have NV B or BC card

CSA Certification

NICET Certification

OSHA Certification

Knowledge of Profit Zoom, Building Reports, and Paylocity

Bilingual – specifically Spanish

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) matching