Fire Extinguisher Technician
About The Position
The Portables Technician independently performs core technical work involving portable fire protection equipment. The role completes standard inspections, maintenance, service calls, and related testing while ensuring compliance with applicable NFPA standards, local codes, and company procedures. The technician is expected to demonstrate technical competency, reliability, safety awareness, and strong customer service, and to accurately document services and communicate findings to customers, team members, and supervisors. Work takes place at commercial, industrial, and construction sites, with travel to job sites as required. The role involves using hand tools and testing equipment and maintaining tools, equipment, and service vehicles. Physical work includes lifting, climbing ladders, and standing, walking, bending, and working for extended periods, including in varying conditions such as heights, confined spaces, and active job sites. Pye-Barker Fire & Safety describes its core values as customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment, and states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of experience with fire extinguishers or portable fire protection equipment as an apprentice or technician.
- Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks.
- Strong understanding of portable fire protection equipment and applicable codes.
- Clean driving record and active driver's license if the role requires driving.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing ladders, and working in varied environments.
- Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work for extended periods.
Responsibilities
- Independently inspect, test, maintain, and service portable fire extinguishers and related equipment.
- Complete standard service calls without direct supervision while ensuring quality and compliance.
- Conduct annual inspections and maintenance, and assist with testing as required.
- Follow NFPA standards, local codes, and company procedures.
- Accurately document work performed, including tagging and reporting.
- Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to customers and supervisors.
- Maintain and properly use tools, equipment, and service vehicles.
- Communicate job status and findings effectively with customers, team members, and supervisors.
- Maintain safety awareness and follow company safety policies and procedures.
- Perform work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments, and travel to job sites as required.
- Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Excellent pay
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation
- Company holidays
- Training and career development
- Company vehicle if applicable to the job
- Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
