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Fire Extinguisher Shop Technician & Warehouse Associate

Job description:

Manage work orders to service fire extinguishers, organize material that pertains to fire and life safety systems, stock/fill orders, track tools, and occasionally drive a company vehicle to deliver material. This job would also support as a back-up role for our purchasing agent. This is an in-person only position to work at our South office at 1106 54th Ave E Tacoma, WA. 98424.

 

Benefits:

$25/hour

401K with 6% employer matching

Paid holidays 8/year

Vacation pay w/ max accrual of 200 hours

Sick pay w/ max accrual of 280 hours

Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

 

Responsibilities:

As a team member of Smith Fire Systems, the candidate will be required to:

  • Repair, restock, empty, inspect, and or test fire extinguishers at our warehouse
  • Report to office warehouse daily M-F
  • Work 40 hours/week minimum
  • Stock material
  • Organize and track tools
  • Deliver items with a company vehicle, to various addresses when/if needed
  • Update material orders & communicate with sales associates
  • Support purchasing agent when needed/directed
  • Hold and maintain a current Seattle Certification FEX-1 (Training to achieve this certificate is available, but a current certification is desired)
  • Always present a professional image of Smith Fire Systems
  • Use a computer to manage stock and review/update work orders
  • Handle deliveries of material/tools when directed
  • Provide and maintain an organized and clean workspace
  • Work independently
  • Communicate with all departments of Smith Fire Systems
  • Ability to work with hand tools and power tools
  • Candidate will need to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

 

Relevant trade experience:

Experience: 2+ years (preferred)

Certifications: Seattle FEX-1 (preferred)

 

Employment Requirements:

High School diploma / GED

Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a DMV background check.

Candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen (THC not included in testing).

Fire Sprinkler Designer

Employment Type: Full Time

Education:

  • Associates or bachelors degree in drafting, engineering, mathematics (Preferred)
  • Relevant industry experience.

Experience: 

  • 3 years minimum performing fire sprinkler design utilizing AutoCAD, REVIT, HASS, or other design software.

Certifications:

  • NICET III Water-based systems layout (Preferred)

Employment Requirements:

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
  • Must pass criminal background check.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and life insurance.
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Paid vacation.
  • 401K with matching program.
  • 8 paid holidays.

Inspection Lead

Responsibilities:

  • Inspection, Testing & Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment.
  • Manage Tools and equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks.
  • Manage job site and completion of assigned work in a timely manner.
  • Provide excellent Customer Service.
  • Work effectively with office staff to improve service delivery.

Qualifications for a successful candidate are:

  • Excellent organization skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Positive attitude with excellent customer service skills.
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • Ability to learn quickly and work both independently and as a part of a team.
  • Basic computer knowledge (MS Office).
  • Ability to Lift up to 90 lbs.

Certifications Required:

  • NICET II ITT
  • Washington State Dept. of Health BAT License
  • Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries Specialty Plumbers License
  • Seattle Certificate for AS-1, FA-1

Background:

  • Valid WA State driver’s license with acceptable Driving Record.
  • Security and background check
  • Physical and clean drug screening.

Educational Requirement:

  • GED / HS Equivalency

Job Type: Full-time

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