Tri-Licensed Fire Technician

Total Safety•Brownsville, TX

About The Position

Total Safety is seeking a Tech IV Fire Technician to provide service inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire protection and safety equipment. Equipment may include portable and fixed fire extinguishers and systems, lifesaving and navigation-aid equipment, fixed breathing-air systems, fire detection and alarm systems, fixed gas detection systems, foam and dry chemical systems, gaseous fire suppression systems, and water-based fire protection equipment. The position performs work in shop and customer settings and may involve onshore and offshore exploration and production projects. The technician documents inspections and repairs accurately and promptly, obtains customer signatures, records billable expenses and time, identifies deficiencies, recommends corrective actions, and participates in pre-job, job-update, and post-job briefings. The role also supports facility operations by preparing customer orders and maintaining clean work areas, and includes basic care of an assigned vehicle or trailer. The technician operates electronic safety and communications equipment and assists other employees as needed. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant field experience. Texas State Fire Licenses (FAL/FEL) are required, along with passing NICET Level II testing within 12 months of hire. An associate degree in a science or technical area is strongly preferred. The role requires a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and insurability for company vehicle coverage. Travel to customer sites, including short- and long-term out-of-town or offshore projects, is required. Candidates must be able to obtain a TWIC card and pass required safety testing and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of field experience in fire protection, petrochemical, oil refinery, or a related industry.
Texas State Fire Licenses (FAL/FEL).
Pass NICET Level II testing within 12 months of hire.
Valid driver’s license from the state of residence, valid vehicle insurance, a safe driving record, and eligibility for Total Safety vehicle insurance when driving a company truck.
Willingness and availability to travel to customer sites for short- and long-term out-of-town and/or offshore projects.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card and pass required safety testing and courses, which may include Basic Plus and OSHA 10-hour training.
Ability to operate assigned equipment while meeting or exceeding service and quality targets.
Ability to operate, maintain, reassemble, and test electronic safety equipment according to manufacturers’ specifications.
Ability to independently troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.
Knowledge of regulatory standards relevant to assigned duties, including state, OSHA, and NFPA regulations.
Knowledge of applicable Code of Federal Regulations, Coast Guard, and ABS regulations for offshore work.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Proficiency in the care and use of site-, facility-, and customer-required PPE.
Respiratory Protection training and certification to wear respiratory breathing equipment, including fit testing, where required by the facility.
Ability to work in a team and readily assume additional or new responsibilities.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English operational, process, safety, and quality instructions; author technical reports and correspondence; and communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch regularly; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience; internal forklift certification may be required.
Associate degree in a science or technical area.
Second-language ability.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or organization employees.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire equipment and related systems in shop and field settings.
Complete inspection and repair documentation, job-cost billable expenses, and timesheets accurately and promptly, and obtain customer signatures.
Conduct visual inspections and functional system tests, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions to customers.
Conduct pre-job, job-update, and post-job completion briefings.
Assist with stocking shelves and pulling, staging, and loading customer orders for delivery.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Perform basic maintenance and care of an assigned vehicle and/or trailer.
Operate electronic safety and communications equipment, including portable gas monitors and handheld radios.
Work onshore and offshore exploration and production projects when trained, authorized, and certified.
Assist others as needed.