Fire System Technician
On-site · Gonzales, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Fire System Technician to perform fire extinguisher services (visual inspections, maintenance, hydrostatic testing), document components and history, install per NFPA standards, repair/recharge extinguishers, maintain PPE, and manage service documentation. Also installs and maintains fire alarm systems (devices, cabling, periodic testing, component replacement/cleanup), supports commissioning and submittal documentation, and coordinates work with team members and clients. Must comply with OSHA, NFPA, and other regulations; recognize hazards, apply mitigation strategies, use MSDS properly, perform basic first aid, operate respiratory protection as required, and travel for assignments. Strong understanding of fire equipment, ability to read technical drawings, and effective communication/team collaboration skills required.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 1 year of experience in fire protection services or a related industry (e.g., petrochemical or oil refinery)
- Valid state driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance
- Clean driving record and ability to be insured under company policy
- Ability and willingness to travel for short- and long-term out-of-town assignments
- Must be able to obtain a TWIC card and pass safety training courses (e.g., Basic Plus, OSHA 10-Hour)
- Must be physically fit to wear respiratory protection and pass a fit test
- Licensing & Certification Requirements: Fire Extinguisher License – Type B (FEL-B); Fire Alarm License (FAL); Preferred: State Fire Licenses or NICET Level II within 12 months of hire
- Knowledge & Skills: Fire equipment components, OSHA/NFPA/CFR, reading drawings, troubleshooting, installation, collaboration, documentation
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