Fire Suppression Mechanic

Fire Suppression Mechanic Hiller Companies - 3.4 Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time 8 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work High school diploma or GED Driver's License Power tools Hand tools Full Job Description The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Marine Mechanic . If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today. The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standard of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment. Our team remains laser-focused on one goal - making the world a safer place.

Job Summary :

The Marine Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, installation, repair, and inspection of fire alarm, suppression, and detection systems (including CO₂, Halon, APC, AFFF, and FM200) aboard vessels ranging from small tugs to the largest ships at sea. This role requires specialized knowledge of marine fire safety systems, the ability to work in dynamic shipboard environments, and willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance, installation, repair and inspection alarm systems, fire suppression and detection systems. Travel outside the U.S. may be required. Knowledge of fire suppression systems including CO2, Halon, APC, AFFF and FM200. Most of the work is on vessels ranging in size from small tugs to the largest vessels in the seas today. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

What we are looking for: Must have valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Must be able to pass a drug test and background check. Must be on-time and dedicated to good work performance. Ability to work full-time schedule. Must have minimum high school diploma/GED Prior Navy and Coast Guard service is a plus

Physical Requirements:

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc. Capable of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods. Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc. Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant. We are proud to operate according to our

Core Values:

Passion to Perform, Trust to Act, Act Responsibly, and Make it Fun. Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including: Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off. Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs. Career advancement potential within a growing company. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive fire protection solutions and peace of mind to our customers, and together, let's make the world a safer place.

Req Benefits:

At The Hiller Companies, most employee benefits start from the first day of employment! This includes but is not limited to: competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education;