Special Hazards Technician

Overview

Are you committed to community safety? Marmic Fire & Safety invites you to protect clients, customers, and teammates from fire hazards by installing, maintaining, and inspecting fire suppression systems. Join us and build a future in a safety‑centric mission.

The Special Hazards Technician plays a pivotal role in installing, maintaining, and servicing advanced fire protection systems for high‑risk environments. You will conduct detailed inspections, perform system tests, and resolve complex technical issues to ensure reliable operation and compliance with safety standards.

• Install, maintain, and repair specialized fire protection systems tailored for unique hazards and high‑risk environments.
• Conduct regular inspections and system tests to verify operational reliability and adherence to safety standards.

• Provide expert technical support, diagnose complex system issues, and implement effective solutions.
• Address and resolve technical challenges related to special hazard fire protection systems.

• Collaborate with clients to assess specific fire protection needs and offer tailored recommendations.
• Maintain strong client relationships through professional service and effective communication.

• Maintain accurate records of system installations, maintenance activities, and repairs.
• Prepare detailed reports on system performance, service activities, and any issues encountered.

• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and national safety regulations and standards.
• Follow company policies and procedures to uphold high safety and service standards.

• Identify and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of special hazard system services.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a service technician.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with employees and vendors.
• Basic understanding of financial principles related to Parts operations.
• Detail‑oriented, reliable, and professional.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Capable of lifting and moving equipment over 50 lbs. and working in challenging positions (e.g., climbing ladders, confined spaces).
• Ability to work independently and in a team within a fast‑paced environment.
• Pass pre‑employment background and substance abuse screenings and be available for after‑hours on‑call work.

• NICET Certification.
• Electrical experience recommended.
• Alarm experience preferred.
• Advanced understanding of clean agent systems, foam systems, and other special hazard technologies.
• Previous experience in a field service role dealing with specialized fire protection systems.

• Weekly paychecks
• Employee Ownership Program
• Pay progression based on performance and NICET certification advancement
• Company‑paid training programs and on‑the‑job training
• Potential for a sign‑on bonus
• Tele‑health services if healthcare coverage is elected
• 401K plan with up to a 4% company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective the first of the month following your start date
• Accrual of up to 13 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year

• Company vehicle with maintenance care and fuel card, excluding Helper roles
• Company cell phone and IT tools
• Uniform and boot allowance
• All necessary tools and equipment to perform your job

Marmic Fire & Safety Company (MFS) is the extension of Joplin Fire Protection (JFP) founded in 1951. Over decades of customer‑centric service, JFP expanded into Oklahoma, Kansas, and Arkansas, and the Teeter family launched Marmic in 2002 to serve areas outside the Joplin metro. Today, Marmic’s growing prominence in the Midwest and nation reflects a holistic safety approach that combines fire suppression, alarm, industrial, and kitchen system services with security and access control systems.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Min: USD $35.00/Hr., Max: USD $40.00/Hr.