Temp Service Tech - IFR

Vallen Distribution • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Service Technician I focuses on Instrument, Fire, and Respiratory services within Vallen Safety Services. The role performs scheduled inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs on safety equipment for established customers. Work includes field service and may involve indoor or outdoor settings, including hazardous plant environments where appropriate safety precautions and equipment are required.

The technician prepares accurate service documentation, provides customer copies of required records, follows relevant state, OSHA, and NFPA requirements and Vallen standard operating procedures, and practices safe work. The role may also assist with shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment. Employees are responsible for the proper care of company-provided assets.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one manufacturer or state certification.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Must have a TWIC Card and Basic Safety Council Card.
• Specific relevant experience in inspecting, testing, maintaining, and repairing safety equipment.
• Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Vallen North America.
• Current motor vehicle license and a good driving record.
• Commercial Driver's License if carrying hazardous-material loads.
• Proficiency with hand tools.
• Ability to complete equipment repairs and maintenance accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English, including operational, process, and quality instructions.
• Ability to work in climatic weather, including cold and heat, during day or night operations.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 55 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to climb stairwells up to 15 levels high and ascend and descend step, extension, and cage ladders up to 24 feet high.
• Ability to walk at a normal pace for up to 15 continuous minutes and stand for 8 to 10 hours.
• Ability to bend, climb, and stoop as needed to access equipment.
• Ability to pass all test requirements for offshore work, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct service calls and identify equipment discrepancies.
• Inspect, test, maintain, and repair life-safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, fire hose, gas detection monitors, respiratory equipment, fall protection equipment, and safety shower and eyewash units.
• Prepare accurate and timely Technician Worksheets (TWS) and reports.
• Complete testing and repair documentation accurately and fully, and submit it for proper invoicing.
• Ensure customers receive all required documentation copies after equipment is serviced.
• Follow applicable state, OSHA, and NFPA standards and guidelines, as well as Vallen Standard Operating Procedures.
• Always use safe work practices.
• Assist with shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders, and distributing items to sales associates for processing.
• Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment when needed.
• Maintain proper care of company-provided assets.
• Maintain at least 80% productivity within 60 days.
• Keep certifications and licenses current and complete required continuing education.
• Pass all test requirements for approval to work offshore, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED