Heavy Equipment Fire Suppression Technician

State Fire is an established company providing comprehensive installation and service expertise in fire alarm, alarm monitoring, kitchen fire suppression systems, special hazards clean agent systems, security, card access, nurse call systems, fire sprinklers, and fire extinguishers.

State Fire has grown from a 3-person operation to a regional fire service company servicing customers in Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, Texas, Colorado and Wyoming. State Fire employs more than 150 trained and licensed managers and technicians.

State Fire is currently looking to hire a Heavy Equipment Fire Suppression Technician. This position is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Perform inspections on fire suppression systems per manufactures recommendations located on heavy equipment, draglines, forklifts, etc.
  • • Requires tear down of the system components.
    • Replacing components both worn and required.
• Install fire suppression systems per manufactures recommendations located on heavy equipment, draglines, forklifts, etc.
  • • Requires mounting system components.
    • Cutting, attaching fittings and installing hoses
• Repair and recharge fire suppression systems per manufactures recommendations located on heavy equipment, draglines, forklifts, etc.
  • • Requires removing components for repair and reinstalling
    • Inspect the system for components failure
    • Replace any components necessary
    • Blowing out hoses

Requirements (in addition to above):

• Be able to use standard hand/battery operated tools
• Basic computer and software skills
• Basic knowledge of mobile devices and applications
• Ability to work independently or with little to no supervision
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written to superiors, subordinates, and customers
• Provide excellent customer service to State Fire employees and customers
• Ability to be able to work flexible hours
• Ability to be on-call (per company schedule)
• Must have and maintain a valid driver license, with acceptable driving record
• Must have and maintain an acceptable National Criminal Background Check

Physical Requirements:

• This position will require the following: Sitting, standing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping for prolonged periods
• The ability to operate a motor vehicle, to visit job sites, customers, and suppliers
• The ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and stairs
• The ability to move about in areas with limited space and difficult access
• Must be able to safely lift, transport and place objects up to 70 pounds without assistance
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (HSA match available)
• 401k Retirement
• PTO