VSS Service Tech Temp

Vallen Distribution Inc.•Aransas Pass, TX

About The Position

Put your maintenance and repair skills to good use at Vallen as a VSS Temp Technician I focused on Life Safety Services in the Vallen Safety Services Group. In this position, you will install and/or inspect, test, and maintain (ITM) life safety systems and equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis.

Requirements

High School or GED
Minimum 1 Certification (manufacturing/state) in a fire protection related field
Minimum 1-year related experience
Mechanically inclined
Specific -- RELEVENT experience
Experience in the installation and/or maintenance, repair and service of life safety systems and equipment.
Current Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
Commercial Driver's License required if carrying loads of hazardous materials.
Proficient with hand tools.
Able to complete repairs and maintenance of equipment in a timely and accurate manner.
Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process and quality instructions).
Must pass Drug & Alcohol screen, Physical exam, and background check.
Ability to climb stairwells up to 15 levels high.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders (step, extension, cage) up to 24' high.
Able to walk at a normal pace for up to 15 continuous minutes.
Able to work from a standing position for 8-10 hours.
Bending, climbing, and stooping as needed for access of equipment to repair and service.
Pass all test requirements to be approved to work offshore. (If Applicable)

Responsibilities

Installing Life Safety Systems, conducting service calls, perform system testing and inspections to the prescribed standards.
Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintaining of customer's Life Safety Systems by identifying code issues and discrepancies.
Preparing accurate, timely Technician worksheets (TWS) and reports.
Providing customer service in the area of installation and/or ITM of Life Safety Systems. Including, but not limited to: Fire Extinguishers, Fire Alarm and Detection Systems, Gas Detection Systems, Foam Systems, Dry Chemical Systems, Clean Agent Systems, Special Hazard Systems and Water Based Systems.
Basic knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties, i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, etc.
Assist in shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders & distributing to sales associates for processing.
Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Vallen.
Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
Maintain minimum productivity of 95% within 60 days.
Keep all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Single, Employee + Spouse or Children, and Family Coverage
401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 on the $1.00 up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only)
Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits and Parental Leave (and any leave required under federal, state, and local laws)
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Days): 80–160 hours of vacation time based on seniority, accrued monthly and prorated from date of hire. 40–56 hours of sick time per year based on seniority and advanced upon hire.
Paid Time Off (Holidays): 8 scheduled holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Referral Program
Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement (based on position)
Employee discounts through BenefitHub
Advancement opportunities