Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Technician - Steel… at Allied… · East…

Overview

Company Overview:

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

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• East Chicago Location!!!
• $18 / Hour
• Weekly Pay!!
• MUST have a valid driver's license for at least 1 year

Job Requirements:

• Fire extinguisher maintenance to include inspection, repair, refilling and replacement of fire extinguishers of various sizes and types
• Fire hydrant inspection and maintenance
• Fire hose and fire hose reel inspection and maintenance
• Maintenance of the equipment and parts inventory to insure proper restocking is accomplished when necessary
• Coordination of the record keeping in regards to the inspection, repair, refilling, and maintenance of extinguishers, fire hose reels and fire hydrants
• Perform Confined Space and High Angle Rescue Standby

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required;
• Prior fire maintenance work is beneficial but not required
• Some mechanical aptitude or ability would be beneficial
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift objects weighing 65 pounds or less without mechanical assist devices
• Computer literacy to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel with the potential to learn and master other in-house software that may be job related
• Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines;
• This position requires excellent attendance and punctuality. Incumbents must commit to being on time, must be able to work in a very independent environment, and ensure all directions and instructions from Supervisors and Service Coordinators are followed;
• Ability to write effective and concise reports in neat, legible handwriting is required;
• Professional, articulate and able to use good independent judgment and discretion;
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required;
• Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients, while functioning as a team player required.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use both hands, is frequently required to stand, sit, stoop, talk and hear (communicate verbally in person and via telephone), and be able to read computer screens, correspondence and reports
• The employee must constantly walk, reach with hands and arms, and drive a vehicle. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds. May be required to climb stairs, ladders or ramps;
• The job is generally performed in various environments, including outdoors, in parking structures, and in office settings, and the employee may be subject to adverse conditions such as rain, cold or heat for extended periods of time;
• The ambient noise level is usually quiet, consisting of normal conversations, business machines (copiers, printers, etc.) and telephones, but occasionally may be above-normal for portions of the shift;
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities;
• Must be able to focus and multi-task in busy environment, with the ability to successfully handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.*A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1639951