Impact Fire Services/Job Description

Special Hazards Technician

Plattsburgh, NY

Req ID: 1992
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Why work with us?

At Impact Fire, we are a group of hardworking, dedicated fire protection professionals committed to protecting lives and property from fire. Our cohesive team spirit and customer service-oriented culture are expressed in all that we do. We operate with the belief that every team member plays a critical role in our success. We operate in 30+ district office locations across the United States, supporting industries ranging from retail and healthcare to education and restaurants.

Benefits of joining Impact Fire Services

When you join Impact Fire you will receive:

  • Competitive compensation

  • Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays

  • Company paid short and long-term disability

  • Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match

  • Exceptional guidance and support from our managers

  • Collaborative culture & environment

  • Robust training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing

  • Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm and inspection positions

  • Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry

Impact Fire Services is seeking a Clean Agent Fire Suppression Technician to join its growing team to assist in providing service, maintenance and installations to our expanding commercial customer base. At Impact Fire, we hire and retain the very best employees, which is why we pay and treat our employees as the valuable asset that they are. We highly value our employees and are committed to helping them achieve their career goals.

Up to a $5,000 Sign On Bonus based on experience!!!

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, Install, perform maintenance, and troubleshooting on a variety of clean agent systems in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

  • Experienced in:

  • CO2, High Pressure

  • Chemical Agents: FM-200, Ecaro, Novec

  • Inert Agents: Inergen, ProInert2, Natura

  • Addressable Releasing panels

  • VESDA

  • Fike, Kidde, Ansul, Janus, FireTrace

  • Read clean agent data sheets, system manuals, blueprints as required.

  • Work safely and responsibly to avoid injuries, damage to property.

  • Meet daily/weekly service and productivity goals.

  • Perform administrative duties including completing service acknowledgements, NFPA Record of completion documents and other supporting documentation.

Qualifications

  • Possess any necessary licensing and certification required by National, State and Local codes.

  • Minimum 3-5 years related experience in the fire protection industry.

  • NICET or equivalent training from manufacturers or institutions.

  • Working knowledge of NFPA 12, 72, 2001.

  • Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.

  • Ability to operate hand and power tools.

  • Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 100 lbs.

  • Proficiency with using PCs including working knowledge of MS Excel / Word as well as iPhone/iPad apps.

  • Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 20 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.

  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.

  • Willingness to travel out of town including overnight lodging.

  • Demonstrate a high level of customer service.

  • A strong work ethic and professional appearance.

  • Ability to work within a team environment.

  • Self-starter that can work with little to no supervision.

  • Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.

  • Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes.

  • Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.

  • Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.

We look forward to talking with you about career opportunities with Impact Fire Services. For consideration, please apply on-line.

Employment with an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veterans.

Job Details

Pay Type Hourly

Hiring Min Rate 30 USD

Hiring Max Rate 35 USD

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Established in 2009, Impact Fire Services was the vision of a group of experienced industry professionals that wanted to build a best-in-class fire protection and life safety company. Through superior customer service and technical expertise, we have developed long-standing relationships with the leading businesses in our markets. We are a full-service fire protection company, providing installation, maintenance, inspection, monitoring, and retrofit of fire safety systems. Come join a dynamic team of fire protection professionals, many of whom carry NICET and manufacturer certifications in leading brands. Impact Fire has deep experience supporting many industries including retail, healthcare, education and restaurants. Today, we operate over 30+ district offices and employ over 1,100 employees across multiple states throughout the USA.

At Impact Fire Services you can learn a trade with multiple career paths in fire and life safety while benefiting from an employee focused company culture that allows you to gain mentorship and training provided by leading experts at one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Whether you have transferable skills, prior industry experience, or are looking to start your journey, our apprenticeship programs will give you the support and knowledge you need to go further in your career.