Div. 9 - Hickory, NC
Summary
Responsible for inspecting, servicing, maintaining, and installing portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10, local fire codes, and company standards; works directly with customers to ensure compliance and readiness of life safety equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Perform inspections, maintenance, and testing of portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10.
- Recharge, repair, and replace fire extinguishers as required.
- Install new fire extinguishers, cabinets, signage, and mounting hardware.
- Identify and document deficiencies and corrective actions.
- Complete inspection tags, reports, and electronic documentation accurately and timely.
- Communicate with customers regarding compliance status and service needs.
- Maintain service vehicles, tools, and inventory.
- Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Support emergency or on-call service requests as needed.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma and 1–3 years of fire extinguisher service experience, preferred; state or local fire extinguisher technician certification, preferred (or ability to obtain);
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office applications and CRM proficiency.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift, carry, and install extinguishers up to 50 lbs; frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing; ability to work in commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings; regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to sit and climb or balance; must be able to lift up to 75lbs. Field-based role at customer locations; exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and mechanical environments; occasional overtime or on-call work.