Fire Alarm/Extinguishers Technician - Entry Level

Fire Alarm/Extinguisher Technician is to deliver quality products and services which meet or exceed customer and industry standards, and to achieve customer satisfaction through a unified commitment to job competency and unsurpassed service.

Essential Job Functions:

• Install, Inspect, Test, and Maintain Fire Alarm/Extinguishers for construction and service.
• Service and repair fire extinguishers.
• Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs
• Collaborate with team members to ensure proper installation and functionality of fire protection systems.
• Follow safety protocols and adhere to industry standards during all service and repair tasks.
• Keep informed of new products and developments. Attend in-house training sessions and manufacturers' training as assigned and/or required
• Accurately complete and return all field paperwork on time, including calling in times worked daily
• Work cooperatively with other departments within the company and with fellow coworkers
• Interface with customers to explain work to be performed, answer their questions, and address their concerns in a knowledgeable and respectful manner
• Provide accurate and complete information on reports and quotes
• Manage time including time on the job as well as time on road to job sites
• Return all tools, equipment and unused products and materials along with the appropriate paperwork to the warehouse/shed upon the completion of the job
• Perform laborer duties as assigned
• Performs various physical duties as assigned
• Maintain all safety standards
• Moves, secures, installs, builds, loads, or unloads materials
• Performs some specialized tasks which may require on-the job training
• Effectively using heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment
• Moves items from place to place, according to direction from the site supervisor

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Demonstrate integrity, honesty
• Mechanical skills and aptitude
• Proficient in basic computer skills
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Able to interact with all levels being served
• Represent the company in a professional, credible manner in speech, written communications and appearance
• Able to adapt behavior to different people and situations. Be flexible by adjusting interpersonal approaches appropriate to the manager/employee
• Must read and speak English

Experience/Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required: Must have clean driving record and a valid Montana Driver's License

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

• Regular and Timely Attendance
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time (up to 4 hours) without a break
• Position requires bending, twisting, stooping, climbing
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Position requires pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds frequently and 40 pounds occasionally
• May be exposed to temperature changes, heights, small spaces including confined spaces
• Ability to distinguish colors and use hands for repetitive fine manipulation frequently
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus
• Must pass initial and random substance abuse tests

Preferred but not Required:

• NICET I certification or willing to receive the certification within 1 year
• Hood Cleaning Experience

What we offer:

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Alert Services Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to fill out all required inspection reports after each job?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Fire Extinguisher/alarm: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Great Falls, MT (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person