Fire Inspector jobs in Hawaii

Description

Alexander Gow Fire Equipment Company is the leading fire protection company in the Pacific Northwest. As a family-owned company since 1923, our mission is simple: to provide quality fire protection to our communities by operating with honesty and integrity. Headquartered in Seattle, WA, we now service Fire Extinguishers, Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems, Industrial & Vehicle Suppression Systems, Marine Fire Suppression Systems, SCBAs and other fire equipment, Commercial Kitchen & Exhaust Hood Cleaning, and Engineered Systems throughout Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. 

We are looking for an experienced Fire Suppression Technician to join our team in Waipahu, HI. The ideal candidate has 2 years of experience in the fire protection industry and a familiarity with Ansul, Amerex, Kidde, and/or CaptiveAire systems. 

This is a full-time non-exempt position reporting to work Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM with occasional overtime. Company provided, neighbor-island and overnight travel may be required on occasion. 

Hourly range: $25-35 per hour depending on industry experience. 

Essential Job Functions:

· Performing the inspection, maintenance, and installation of fire suppression systems and fire extinguishers for commercial and industrial businesses on the Hawaiian Islands;

· Thorough understanding of NFPA, manufacturer, and local fire codes for fire suppression systems and fire extinguishers;

· Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting of fire suppression systems;

· Working with General Manager, Account Managers, and dispatcher to fulfill jobs as scheduled;

· Communicate with customers in a professional manner reflective of company values;

· Complete timely reports and submit to required entities;

· Use of ServiceTrade to view job information, dispatch board, enter service notes;

· Use of Building Reports to submit digital reports from job sites;

· Drive company vehicle to and from jobsites and adhere to company Fleet Safety protocols;

· Maintain a clean and safe work environment;

· Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

· 2 years’ experience in the Fire Protection industry;

· ICC Kitchen Systems certification preferred; 

· City/county systems and portable licenses required within 90 days of hire;

· Valid driver’s license; 

· Thorough knowledge of fire and building codes, OSHA, and other regulations pertaining to job;

· Excellent communication and customer service skills;

· Mechanical aptitude; 

· Must have a phone with a data plan and ability to download mobile applications (monthly phone reimbursement provided). 

Physical Requirements

This position requires physical exertion to complete the essential job functions:

· Mechanical aptitude and basic hand tool knowledge;

· Regular lifting of 50 pounds;

· Regular climbing of ladders and stairs; 

· Presence in confined spaces; 

· Occasional or regular sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, stretching, and walking;

· Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. 

Benefits

· $1,000 signing bonus for experienced technician paid upon 90 days of employment;

· Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance;

· 401(k) matching;

· PTO (2 weeks for first year of employment); 

· Overtime paid at double regular hourly rate;

· Paid Holidays;

· Year-end bonus at discretion of ownership.

Alexander Gow Fire Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law.