Fire Extinguisher Technician - Lexington, United States - KOORSEN FIRE & SECURITY INC.

Description

Job Description

Becoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent—yours. We are looking for a Fire Extinguisher Technician in the Lexington, KY 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 great health package, an annual bonus program, life insurance, continuous learning offerings, matching 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and much more.

Salary $20-21/hour until fully trained, then will go to 100% incentive pay

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

Mechanical and sales experience

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications

Valid driver's license

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 effectively use a cell phone and cell phone app

Lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs. push and pull greater 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 frequently is 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 3 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.