Fire Extinguisher Technician - Guardian Fire Services

Fire Extinguisher Technician

Join the Fire Safety First Team!

FSF has been successful in serving SoCal's fire protection needs for nearly 50 years. Since then, we have grown into a dynamic team of creative minds and professionals with years of industry practice. FSF offers a fun and collaborative work environment where individuals are given the opportunity to learn and grow!

Job Summary:

The Fire Extinguisher Technician serves as an important part of the Fire Safety First team, the position is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire extinguishers, ensuring that they are fully functional and capable of suppressing fires effectively. The Fire Extinguisher Technician plays a critical role in Fire Safety First business by providing excellent customer service and contributing to the safety and compliance of its clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures customers are serviced to the highest level of satisfaction through quality service and met expectations prior to leaving the jobsite.
• Interacts with clients, building owners, managers, and occupants to communicate effectively regarding work done.
• Conducts routine inspections of fire extinguishers to check for signs of wear, damage, or tampering.
• Ensures that extinguishers are properly labeled, accessible, and in compliance with safety codes.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on fire extinguishers, including replacing seals, O-rings, gauges, and other components as needed; ensures that extinguishers are in optimal condition.
• Recharges fire extinguishers after use or as required by maintenance schedules and verifies that extinguishers are filled with the appropriate extinguishing agent to the correct pressure level.
• Maintains accurate records of test results and retesting schedules.
• Maintains detailed records of all inspections, maintenance activities, recharging, and repairs performed on each fire extinguisher, ensuring that documentation is accurate and accessible.
• Diagnoses and repairs malfunctioning fire extinguishers; replaces or repairs faulty components, such as valves, hoses, nozzles, and handles, to restore extinguisher functionality.
• Keeps track of the inventory of fire extinguishers and related equipment, including cabinets, brackets, and signage. Monitors stock levels and reorders supplies as necessary.
• Ensures that all work adheres to local, state, and national fire safety codes, regulations, and industry standards. Stays updated on changes to safety codes and regulations.
• Conducts hydrostatic tests on extinguishers to assess their structural integrity and pressure resistance.
• Remains available for emergency calls to recharge or repair extinguishers during critical situations.
• Stays current in fire extinguisher technology and safety regulations through training and professional development.
• Uses a company provided service vehicle for work and keeps it well maintained and supplied with all parts, tools, and equipment; keeps the vehicle clean and organized with a complete inventory of tools and supplies.
• Initiates and completes work independently and interacts collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills to receive and convey information clearly and effectively at all levels of FSF's organization.
• Helps to identify continuous improvement in processes and offers solutions to promote efficiency.
• Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices, specifically CAL OSHA and safety measures related to work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience/Training/Education:

• High school diploma
• California Title 19 Certificate of Registration type 1 and 2
• NFPA -10 Certification or manufacturer specific certification or training, preferred
• 2+ years of experience in fire extinguisher inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair in a large-scale, high-volume facilities
• Strong knowledge of fire safety codes, regulations, and industry standards related to fire extinguishers.

Job Type:

• Full-time, on-site, Monday - Friday
• 40 hours a week

Special Requirements:

• Ability to travel to various locations; capable of starting early (6:00 a.m.)
• Insurability to drive with a clean Motor Vehicle Report
• Pass pre-placement physical and drug test

Benefits:

• 401K/Roth Retirement Option with up to 4% Match, no vesting period
• Medical Insurance Paid for Employee
• Paid Time Off - 10 Days Accrued First Year
• Employee Assistance Program
• 7 to 8 Paid Holidays
• Option to add Dental and or Vision
• Optional Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA Program

About the Company:

Fire Safety First is a full-service fire protection company serving all of Southern California. We strive to deliver fire protection and life safety solutions that protect people and assets from harm so that our communities continue to prosper. We specialize in the installation, repair, testing, and inspection of fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, backflow preventers, underground fire lines, and more. Our company is growing and looking for talented individuals to join us in our mission!

Fire Safety First is committed to a respectful and purposeful work environment; this includes each team member taking responsibility for the greater good of the company and its goal to provide exceptional customer service. Each team member is expected to strive for excellence in all aspects of their work.

Additionally, Fire Safety First is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we proudly promote a diverse workforce and do not discriminate. We encourage all employees and applicants who meet the position requirements to apply for advancement within the organization regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Harassment or inappropriate behavior of any kind is not tolerated and could be grounds for termination.

If assistance or an accommodation due to a disability is needed, please discuss with Human Resources and/or the hiring manager.