Facilities & Fabrication Technician North American Fire Protection Palm Coast, FL Full Time | $25.00-$30.00 per hour, based on experience Build It. Fix It. Own It. North American Fire Protection is looking for a hands on, mechanically skilled Facilities & Fabrication Technician to join our growing Florida operation. This is not your typical maintenance position and it is not strictly a welding job. We are looking for someone who likes being the person who can build it, fix it, organize it or figure it out. This position will initially spend a significant amount of time on welding and fabrication while also helping take ownership of our Palm Coast facility, shop, inventory, tools, equipment and company property. As our Florida fabrication operation grows, we expect to add dedicated fabrication personnel. That creates an opportunity for the right person to grow into broader responsibility for our facility, shop operations, inventory and potentially other shop personnel. If you are mechanically inclined, can fabricate and weld and are the type of person who notices what needs to be done without waiting for someone to tell you, we want to talk to you. Facilities & Shop Take day to day ownership of the condition and functionality of our Palm Coast facility Perform routine building maintenance, repairs and preventive maintenance Handle general repairs involving carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work when qualified Identify maintenance and safety concerns before they become bigger problems Keep shop, warehouse, storage and work areas clean and organized Complete facility improvements and special projects Coordinate outside vendors when specialized repairs are needed I nventory, Tools & Equipment Receive, inspect and organize incoming materials, equipment and deliveries Maintain organized storage locations and inventory Monitor stock levels and identify shortages before they affect operations Perform physical inventory counts Organize returned jobsite materials for reuse or proper disposition Stage and load materials, tools and equipment as needed Maintain accountability of company tools and equipment Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventive maintenance Identify damaged, missing or unsafe equipment Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and material handling equipment when trained and authorized Fabrication & Welding Fabricate, modify, repair and assemble metal components Perform welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, fitting and finishing Accurately measure, mark, cut, fit and assemble materials Work from drawings, dimensions, measurements and specifications Operate welding equipment, saws, grinders, drills and other fabrication equipment Fabricate brackets, supports, frames, racks, carts, stands, guards, fixtures and other components Assist with fire sprinkler pipe preparation and fabrication as our capabilities expand Repair and modify existing equipment and fabricated components Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy and fit Help establish an efficient, organized and safe fabrication area Identify equipment, tooling and process improvements Fleet & General Operations Assist with basic inspections and maintenance of company vehicles and trailers Perform minor repairs and equipment installations Identify vehicle, trailer and equipment maintenance needs Help coordinate outside service and repairs when needed Support field, shop and office operations with hands on projects as needed Who We're Looking For Technical ability matters, but how you work matters just as much. We want someone who walks through the shop and notices things. If something is broken, you want to fix it. If something is disorganized, you want to organize it. If inventory is getting low, you notice before someone takes the last one. If you see a better way to build, store, repair or maintain something, you speak up and help make it happen. You should be comfortable working independently, managing your priorities and following a project through to completion without someone standing over you or handing you a detailed task list every morning. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, their tools and the facility around them. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Previous experience in metal fabrication, welding, mechanical maintenance, construction or a related trade Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability Experience using hand tools, power tools and shop equipment Ability to accurately measure, cut, fit and assemble materials Ability to read basic drawings, dimensions and specifications Ability to perform general maintenance and repair work Ability to work independently and take initiative Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record Commitment to safe work practices Experience That Will Put You at the Top of Our List MIG and/or stick welding Metal fabrication Fire sprinkler fabrication or fire protection experience Cutting, grooving, threading or preparing steel pipe Reading fabrication or fire sprinkler shop drawings Commercial or industrial construction experience Fabrication shop experience Inventory or warehouse experience Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry or mechanical repair experience Construction tool and equipment maintenance Forklift or material handling equipment experience Welding, forklift or other applicable trade certifications Physical Requirements This is a hands on position. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing ladders and lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling tools, pipe, equipment and materials. Work may be performed indoors and outdoors and around fabrication equipment, welding, cutting, grinding, construction materials, noise, dust, fumes and varying temperatures. Why This Position Is Different We are building our Florida shop capabilities and you will have the opportunity to help build them with us. This isn't a position where everything has already been established and you're simply stepping into someone else's routine. The right person will help us improve the shop layout, fabrication processes, equipment, inventory systems and operating standards. As NAFPCO grows and dedicated personnel are added, this position has the opportunity to evolve into broader responsibility for facilities, shop operations, inventory, equipment and potentially the coordination or leadership of additional shop personnel. We are looking for someone who wants more than a maintenance checklist or welding station. We want someone who wants to take ownership, solve problems and grow with the operation. Compensation $23.00-$30.00 per hour , based on experience, welding and fabrication ability and overall mechanical skill set. Exceptional candidates with significant fire sprinkler fabrication, welding or relevant industrial experience may be considered above the posted range. North American Fire Protection is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

No Agency Solicitation:

North American Fire Protection does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, recruiters or search firms. Please do not contact company employees regarding this position. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without a current written agreement with North American Fire Protection will be considered the property of North American Fire Protection and no placement fee will be paid.

Pay:

$23.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person