Apollo Safety Field Technician

Apollo Safety • Bridgeport, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Apollo Safety Inc. is hiring an On Site Service Technician to calibrate fixed or stationary gas detection systems in-house and at customer facilities. The technician will develop an understanding of fixed-system components—including alarms, relays, and external devices such as fan-control relays, valves, solenoids, and actuators—and the technical information in product manuals for portable detectors, fixed systems, and control panels.

The role involves customer interaction by phone and in person, safe and timely travel to customer sites, and performing fixed-system calibrations and minor maintenance independently. The technician will also assist higher-level technicians with fixed-system installations, calibrations, and maintenance. The role includes on-call emergency response for contract customers. Work is generally during normal business hours, but work segments started must be completed the same day; the typical work week is 45–50 hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some electrical or electronic study courses completed at a recognized institution.
• Ability to understand technical language in manufacturers’ manuals for portable gas detectors, fixed systems, and control panels.
• Ability to calibrate fixed or stationary gas detection systems and perform minor maintenance independently.
• Ability to understand fixed-system components, including alarms, relays, and external devices such as fan-control relays, valves, solenoids, and actuators.
• Customer interaction skills by phone and in person.
• Willingness and ability to study materials at home.
• Good driving record.
• Must complete a drug screen and background check.
• All requirements for Apollo Safety Inc. Level I and Level II Technicians must continue to be met.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of college or further education.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate fixed or stationary gas detection systems in-house and at customer facilities.
• Perform fixed-system calibrations and minor maintenance at customer facilities independently.
• Assist higher-level technicians with fixed-system installations, calibrations, and maintenance at customer facilities.
• Interact with customers by phone and in person.
• Travel safely and promptly to and from customer sites.
• Respond to emergency calls for contract customers while on call.
• Continue studying technical materials, including taking study materials home as needed.
• Present a courteous, professional manner and display Apollo Safety Inc. identification at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED