Pre-Engineered Fire System & Extinguisher Technician (Apprenticeship If Necessary)

Pre-Engineered Fire System & Extinguisher Technician (Apprenticeship If Necessary) West Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time From $15 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off On-the-job training Qualifications Record keeping Preventative hardware maintenance Schematics Customer service Equipment installation Routine inspections High school diploma or GED Maintenance activity documentation Attention to detail Power tools Hand tools Entry level Under 1 year Mechanical systems repair Full Job Description Columbia Fire & Safety Inc. (CFS) has built a positive and well-known reputation over the last 34 years in the fire alarm, fire suppression & security industry. With dedicated professionals proudly serving customers throughout Midlands of South Carolina and other surrounding communities, we pride ourselves on a history of success and commitment to customer service & satisfaction. About the Opportunity CFS is growing and we need to expand our staff and are seeking to add a team member as a Pre-Engineered Fire Suppression System Technician. Experience is always a plus, but CFS is willing to provide the necessary training on-the-job to create a great technician. Do not let the phrase "Pre-Engineered Fire Suppression System" intimidate you. Pre-engineered fire suppression systems and extinguishers are simple in principle and design. The term "Pre-Engineered" translated basically means that you need to apply an attention to detail, follow simple mechanical instruction, and effectively operate hand tools to complete an installation and/or service. Duties- •If a candidate is without experience, proper training will be provided in advance of any of these tasks being completed. During training, assistance in a general way will be expected to be provided by the technician. When training is provided, it will be partially hands-on and partially instruction only- Assist other technicians to complete daily tasks such as installation, regular maintenance, and service of Pre-Engineered Fire Suppression Systems & Fire Extinguishers. Training in the basics of fire extinguisher maintenance & pre-engineered systems will sometimes be delivered simultaneously due to the overlap in their general purpose. Repair equipment using hand tools. Ensure proper installation and functionality of extinguishers & systems. Conduct routine maintenance checks to ensure all elements are operating effectively. Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide exceptional service as a technician in the field. Document all service activities and maintain accurate records of repairs and installations. Skills required-- In the absence of direct experience in our field, training will be provided, but certain skillsets are still required- Competent use of basic hand tools (adjustable wrenches, screwdrivers, power drills, etc.) A functional understanding of miscellaneous types of hardware and how to use them (screws, washers, wall anchors, etc.) Previous experience in a repair and/or maintenance position is a strength, regardless of the industry. A basic mechanical inclination. The equipment that will be installed and serviced is mechanical in its basic operation. It is the experience of CFS that those without this do not flourish in this field. Read and interpret simple diagrammatic layouts. As skillsets improve, assignments will be given to complete simple tasks unsupervised. As proficiency continues to grow, so will responsibilities and compensation. This outlines what you can expect in the initial phases of the onboarding phase- Starting pay for an Apprentice-In-Training is $15/hour. •If an experienced tech applies, compensation will be modified accordingly. Training will start immediately and will be on-the-job. The first two (2) weeks of any new team member is considered an "Initial Evaluation, Training, and Acclimation" period. During that time, it is expected that the apprentice will become familiar and comfortable with the non-technical parts of CFS's standard-operating-procedures (SOP). This period ends and transitions "automatically" into the next phase. The initial "Evaluation" period is intended only to further verify information that was provided during the interview phase but difficult to outside of a work environment. After the evaluation phase, the hands-on training will continue. Also, simple tasks will be assigned that do not require a special skillset or experience. This will continue until the technician can successfully prove competence in the area and be "permitted" to work. After permitting, dispatching individually or as an effective member of a team can be expected. CFS expects every technician's compensation to grow as their knowledge and competence grows. At the end of the 4th week and then 8th week a simple "milestone" evaluation will be performed. If the apprentice is a functional and helpful part of the CFS team, they will begin receiving exposure to our performance based monthly bonus at our "apprentice" scale. Details of that will be provided.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): This job posting is for residents of the Midlands of South Carolina. Potential applicants that are relocating, or intend to relocate, to the Columbia, SC area are welcome. Applications from potential associates that would require daily or regular commutes from "out of town" will be rejected. For the purposes of this posting, "out of town" will be considered greater than 60 miles from the City of Columbia, SC. This requirement is associated with the nature of the Fire & Safety Equipment Business.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person