Fire Protection Temp Service Tech - LSS (Water based systems)

About the role

Put your maintenance and repair skills to good use at Vallen as a Fire Protection Temp Service Tech - LSS (Water based systems) 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

• Install Life Safety Systems, conduct service calls, and perform system testing and inspections to the prescribed standards.
• Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintenance of customer's Life Safety Systems by identifying code issues and discrepancies.
• Prepare accurate, timely Technician worksheets (TWS) and reports.
• Provide 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.
• Apply 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, and distributing to sales associates for processing.
• Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 certification (manufacturing/state) in a fire protection related field.
• Minimum 1 year related experience.
• Mechanically inclined with relevant experience.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain minimum productivity of 95% within 60 days.
• Keep all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English (operational, process, and quality instructions).
• Must pass Drug & Alcohol screen, Physical exam, and background check.

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.

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 which would require safety precautions and appropriate equipment.
• Ability to work in climatic weather (cold/heat) during day or night operations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is 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 of equipment to repair and service.
• Pass all test requirements to be approved to work offshore (if applicable).