Fire Protection Service Tech II - LSS (Alarm/Extinguisher/Sprinkler)

About the Role

Put your maintenance and repair skills to good use at Vallen as a Service Technician II 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.

Responsibilities

• Conducting service calls.
• Systems testing and inspections to the prescribed standards.
• Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintaining of customer's Life Safety Systems.
• Identifying code issues and discrepancies.
• Preparing accurate, timely Technician worksheets (TWS) and reports.
• Installing Life Safety Systems.
• 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.
• Providing the testing and repair documentation and ensuring it is filled out accurately, completely, and turned in for proper invoicing.
• Ensuring the customer has all required copies of all required documentation upon servicing equipment.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties, i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations.
• Exhibiting safe work practices at all times.
• Assisting in shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders, and distributing to sales associates for processing.
• Using company-provided assets such as but not limited to: Company Vehicle, Inventory, Safety Equipment, Laptop, BR Scanner, Test Equipment, Tools, Radio, Cell Phone, Fuel Card, and/or Credit Card.
• Maintaining proper care of all assets as defined by Vallen policies.
• Assisting warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
• Keeping all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 Certification (manufacturing/state) in a fire protection related field.
• Fire Alarm & Ext A with 1-3 years of experience or WBS Construction with 1-3 years of experience.
• RME-I (if applicable).
• Mechanically inclined with strong communication skills.
• Specific, relevant experience in the installation and/or maintenance, repair, and service of life safety systems and equipment.
• Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Vallen.
• Maintain minimum productivity of 90% within 60 days.
• Current Motor Vehicle License with a 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.
• Able to provide assistance, advice, and training to Vallen associates and plant personnel.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English (operational, process, and quality instructions).
• Must pass Drug & Alcohol screen, Physical exam, and background check.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and may be implemented to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

• Working conditions will vary with service work being performed indoors and out in the field.
• Possibility of working in hazardous environments when working within a plant, requiring safety precautions and appropriate equipment.
• Ability to work in climatic weather (cold/heat) during day or night operations.
• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Occasional lifting of items weighing a maximum of 55 lbs.
• 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 to equipment for repair and service.
• Pass all test requirements to be approved to work offshore (if applicable).

Benefits

• 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.

Vallen complies with all minimum wage laws.