Fire Maintenance Technician

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end-markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,500 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2022 revenues of approximately $10.6 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
Responsibilities
This position is for an Engineering Technician in the Utilities Division, Plant Protection Emergency Service group. This position provides technician level support plant-wide at the Kingsport site and limited support at other Eastman sites for electronic and electrical fire protection systems. The technician works with maintenance, operations staff, management, and engineering on a daily basis. Managing and providing support for fire protection systems, manufacturing control system interface, and other database related fire protection control systems. The technician will install, configure, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and test a wide variety of complex electronic fire protection equipment. The technician also works with outside contract vendors, designers and/or company engineers and is responsible for managing system hardware, software and upgrade needs.
PREREQUISITE SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/TRAINING FOR JOB: Employees assigned to this classification must:

1. Be able to perform all of the essential elements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations
2. Be capable of providing clear and concise verbal and written communications
3. Possess and practice good organizational skills
4. Be a team player and willing to lead
5. Have, or possess the ability to learn, a general knowledge of the division, safety and regulatory requirements for the division, basic computer skills, and become knowledgeable of a variety of software packages including corporate systems, i.e., Microsoft Office products, Edge, SAP, Workforce, etc. Experience with DCS/PLC systems a plus.
6. Electrical with mechanical background skills
7. Demonstrate a commitment to safety
8. Be able to accept and provide constructive feedback
9. Experienced in troubleshooting and repair of industrial instrumentation, electrical/electronic equipment, and Keltron, Simplex, Siemens/ Pyrotronics fire alarm systems.
10. Good mechanical skills
11. Good math, science, computer, and interpersonal skills.
12. Maintain a good working relationship with customers.
13. Must be a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision.
14. Experiences in troubleshooting and repair of fire alarm system equipment is desirable.
15. Able to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical and mechanical engineering drawings.

Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: An Associate degree in an electronics related curriculum or its equivalent (from an accredited program) or Eastman Technician Qualified (See Technician Manual Section V). Also must have passed NICET Level 1 and Level 2 exams or higher in Fire Alarm System Certifications with 3+ years experience.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: NICET certification and valid state motor vehicle driver's license. Must be technician qualified.
The requirements that an individual must possess to perform the essential elements of the job:
Job skills, educational background, training requirements or training required:

• Must be able to read with comprehension and interpret job/division policies and procedures
• Must be able to write legibly
• Must be able to communicate clearly with others orally, in writing and electronically
• Must be able to work overtime as requested.
• Ability to climb as necessary to reach the job and to work from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch to reach the work and to apply strength/effort in these awkward or cramped positions.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift or apply physical effort of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles such as pick-up trucks and vans.
• Ability to apply proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as repetitive hand, wrist, arm and shoulder motions.
• Must be able to operate a computer
• Must have ability to understand, interpret, and remember written and oral procedures
• Must routinely be able to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively within the team management concept.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work alone.
• Must be mentally alert
• Must be able to routinely apply knowledge, team and problem-solving techniques in decision-making
• Must be able to work harmoniously in a team environment
• Must be able to interact cooperatively and constructively with customers, supervision, and co-workers
• Must be able to learn, remember and apply new skills and technologies
• Ability to read, understand, and follow all safety requirements, rules, and guidelines
• Must be able to wear required PPE when passing through and working in manufacturing areas

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.