Service Tech II

1 month ago


Geismar, United States Vallen Full time

Why Join our Team? At Vallen, we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to Vallen's success. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive company that values the growth of our associates. When you join Vallen, you become part of our winning team. Our vast network of connections is here to help you transform your job into a career. Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions while creating value for our customers, our supply partners, and our associates. Your Benefits at Vallen:

* Medical, Dental, Vision
* Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days)
* 401K with discretionary company match - (US positions only)
* Employer-paid Basic Life for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
* Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
* Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Vitality Wellness Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building
* Tuition Reimbursement Program
* Employee Referral Program
* Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses reimbursement
* Employee Discounts through BenefitHub
* Advancement Opportunity.

Position Summary:

Put your maintenance and repair skills to good use at Vallen as a Service Technician II focused on Life Safety Services 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.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

* Conducting service calls.
* Systems testing and inspections to the prescribed standards.
* Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting and maintaining of customer's Life Safety Systems.
* Identifying code issues and discrepancies.
* Preparing accurate, timely Technician worksheets (TWS) and reports.
* Installing Life Safety Systems.
* Providing 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.
* Responsible for providing the testing and repair documentation and ensuring it is filled out accurately, completely and turned in for proper invoicing.
* Responsible for ensuring the customer has all required copies of all required documentation upon servicing equipment.
* Basic knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties, i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, etc.
* Always exhibit safe work practices.
* Assist in shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders & distributing to sales associates for processing.
* May include the use of company provided assets such as but not limited to: Company Vehicle, Inventory, Safety Equipment, Laptop, BR Scanner, Test Equipment, Tools, Radio, Cell Phone, Fuel Card and/or Credit Card.
* Associates are required to maintain proper care of all assets as defined by Vallen policies.

Job Qualifications:

* High School or GED
* Minimum 2 Certification (manufacturing/state) in a fire protection related field (Fire Alarm and Sprinkler Inspections)
* Fire Alarm & Ext A 1-3 yrs. exp or
* WBS Construction 1-3 yrs. exp
* RME-I (if applicable)
* Mechanically inclined
* Strong communication skills
* Specific -- RELEVENT 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.
* Maintain minimum productivity of 90% within 60 days.
* 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.
* Able to provide assistance, advise and training to Vallen associates and plant personnel.
* Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
* 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.



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 weighting 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)

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