Fire Protection Technician

Company Description Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND we are American Made. We are Kronospan. Job Description The Fire Protection Technician coordinates all fire and emergency activities for the assigned site / plant and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The position is responsible for developing, communicating, and maintaining a simple but effective fire safety program that meets regulated standards. Communicate with Facility Management on fire safety issues.Communicate with all appropriate regulatory agencies involved with fire protection issues including but not limited to state, county and city officials.Ensure compliance with all regulations concerning fire safety. Advise facility management if plant systems or programs approach non-compliance and assist in developing action plan to address issues.Monitor performance measurements relating to fire suppression and fire fighting equipment and report problems along with solutions.Manage projects related to fire safety and fire fighting equipmentCommunicate with Insurance and Company auditors on Risk Management issues.Investigate all fire incidents, prepare and submit required reports, and make recommendations to prevent future occurrences.Insure fire protection equipment is in service as soon as possible after a fire incident.Maintain all required inspection, maintenance, and testing documentation for fire protection systems as required by law, insurance companies, and corporate loss prevention.Respond to alarms and direct activities of Kronospan associates at the scene of fire emergenciesEstablish SOPs for all issures related to fire suppression, fire prevention and fire fightingCoordinate training and walk-throughs with city fire fightersPlan and implement fire and EMS programs in coordination with city officials and plant managementInterpret and advise management concerning fire prevention standards, codes, and programsConduct fire safety inspection of all new equipment prior to commissioningConduct and/or Coordinate all mandatory fire system testingWork closely with maintenance staff to ensure any safety hazards are corrected.Make necessary repairs to mechanical and electrical fire suppression systemsCoordinate with maintenance and purchasing departments to ensure equipment is maintained and necessary parts and supplies are on hand.Recommend purchases of necessary fire related equipmentActively participate in shutdown planning meetings relative to fire issues Qualifications 3-5 years fire prevention experience in an industrial environment.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office softwareAssociate’s Degree in a safety or fire fighting discipline or high school degree with equivalent experience in a maintenance or fire system positionExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent leadership skillsSelf management skills with a proactive attitudeMechanical and electrical skillsThorough knowledge of modern fire suppression and prevention and EMS principles, procedures, and equipmentWorking knowledge of first-aid and resuscitation techniquesConsiderable knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and standards related to fire suppression systemsAbility to develop and implement policies, procedures, and PDM specifications. Additional Information As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages: Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans Company paid life and short & long term disability plans Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family 401 (k) retirement plan with company match Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools What To Send Our Way A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.