Vehicle Inspection / Service Technician

KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY•Columbus, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Koorsen is seeking a Vehicle Suppression Technician in the Rockford, Springfield, or Bloomington, Illinois area to inspect and service fire suppression systems on off-road vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery. The role involves frequent travel, including overnight stays and travel at least 75% of the time, as well as responsibility for emergency service calls at all hours. The technician represents Koorsen professionally, communicates with customers, coworkers, and vendors, and works safely and efficiently at job sites. Compensation is $19–$25 per hour, depending on experience. The stated schedule is 8:00 a.m.–4:45 p.m., Monday through Friday. The technician also performs basic vehicle maintenance, keeps the work truck organized, manages job inventory and tools, coordinates with equipment dealers as needed, completes required paperwork and product certifications, and follows company policies, procedures, and core values. The position requires regular attendance, a valid driver’s license and safe driving record, the ability to work in small crawl spaces and access all areas of a route vehicle, and the ability to meet the listed physical demands. Hiring includes employment eligibility verification, background checks, and a substance-abuse screening if an offer is made.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Mechanical aptitude and background.
Active, valid driver’s license in good standing and a safe driving record; must meet the company’s safe-driving criteria to operate a company vehicle.
Must pass drug and background screenings and maintain a clean drug screen.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to access and tolerate small crawl spaces and access all areas of the route vehicle, including loading and unloading materials.
Willingness to travel at least 75% of the time, travel significant distances as needed, and take frequent overnight trips.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to carry, lift, push, and pull at least 75 pounds and safely climb a ladder and reach a height of at least 12 feet.
Ability to meet the stated physical activity and environmental exposure requirements.

Nice To Haves

Background working with heavy equipment.
Basic knowledge of electrical systems.
Mining, agricultural, or diesel equipment experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect and service fire suppression systems on off-road vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery.
Represent Koorsen professionally and positively, and communicate with customers, coworkers, and vendors in a timely, professional manner.
Maintain customer service and satisfaction and cooperate with Koorsen staff.
Follow safety rules, safe driving practices, and Koorsen policies, procedures, and core values.
Complete and process required paperwork promptly.
Work efficiently and use resources to complete jobs promptly.
Perform basic vehicle maintenance and keep the work truck clean and organized.
Manage inventory and tools to ensure the appropriate parts and tools are available for each job.
Work with equipment dealers when necessary to complete a job.
Manage installation job sites safely, efficiently, and professionally, keeping them clean and organized.
Complete product certifications.
Handle miscellaneous or other duties assigned by the supervisor or manager.
Respond to emergency service calls at all hours.