Fire Extinguisher Technician

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBecoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent—yours. We are looking for a Fire Extinguisher Technician in the Merrillville, IN., area to join our best-of-the-best team as we drive the industry forward and pursue excellence in everything we do. We want to talk to you if you’re up to the challenge.

At Koorsen, we don’t provide jobs; we provide careers. A career at Koorsen includes competitive pay, a significant health package, an annual bonus program, life insurance, continuous learning offerings, matching 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and more.

Salary: $19-23/hour depending on experience/certifications.

Responsibilities:

- Inspect Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Emergency, Exit Lights, and Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems

- Service any Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, and Emergency and Exit Lights that need maintenance

- Sell new Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Emergency and Exit Lights

- Ensure customers understand the products and systems we maintain on their property

- Interact with customers, vendors, and co-workers in a professional manner

- Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices

- Open-minded willingness for continual learning

- Follow all Koorsen policies, procedures, and core values

- Any other duties deemed appropriate by management

Required:

- Pass drug and background screenings

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications

- Valid driver’s license

- Mechanical skills and/or Route Sales experience

Preferred:

- Fire Life Safety experience

- Route sales or sales experience

- Fire Extinguisher Vendor Certifications

Physical Demands:

- Able to safely and effectively use general hand and power tools

- Must be able to use a cell phone and cell phone app effectively

- Lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs. Push and pull more significantly than 75 lbs.

- Climb a ladder reaching a height of at least 12 feet and use a man lift to perform service

- Exposure to outside weather conditions, temperature changes, and loud noise

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

HIRING PROCESS (in addition to an interview):
New hires must complete the I-9 Verification form within three days of hire. This form is required by the U.S. Department of Justice and Immigration and Immigration and Naturalization Services and is used to verify your identity and right to work in the United States. In addition, we verify employment eligibility via E-Verify.
Background checks with criminal courts, state and county repositories of criminal records, and the Department of Motor Vehicles are required for all Positions.
Tests for Evidence of Substance Abuse by way of a urinalysis test are required if this application results in an offer of employment.

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