Fire Systems Installation Technician

Airgas, Inc., is the nation?s largest (NYSE, $1.85 billion) distributor of industrial, medical and specialty gases, welding and related safety products. It is also the largest manufacturer of nitrous oxide in the U.S., as well as a leading supplier of dry ice. Airgas has nearly 1,000 locations nationwide, including retail branch stores, gas fill plants, specialty gas labs, production facilities and distribution centers. Overall, Airgas employs approximately 9,500 employees working in 13 regional companies to serve our diversified customer base.

 

Airgas-West, Inc., (Southern California/Southern Nevada/Arizona) is seeking a Fire System Service Technician to be based in Pomona, California. 

 

Primary Position Accountabilities:

 To perform field service, inspection, and maintenance of non-water fire suppression and fire alarm systems.  To perform physical service, inspection, and maintenance of mechanical system components and functional testing of alarm, control, and signaling systems.

? Travels to customer sites to perform pre-scheduled service, inspection, and maintenance of previously installed fire protection systems.

? Service, inspect, and maintain in accordance with California State Fire Marshal Regulations, NFPA standards, local authorities having jurisdiction, and manufacturers recommended procedures.

? Responds to emergency non-scheduled service calls concerning fire protection systems.Provides good customer service by coordinates with project manager, sales staff, customers and others providing information on costs, repair times, etc.

 

Desired Minimum Qualifications/Background:

 Degree from two-year college or trade school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of technical training and experience with fire protection systems.Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, journals, and governmental regulations.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret CSFM regulations, NFPA standards, manufacturers recommended procedures.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret system installation drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, customers and managers.Basic knowledge of electricity, continuity, resistance, and electronic circuitry.Working knowledge of the following fire suppression agents required: Halon 1301, Carbon Dioxide, Foam, Inergen, FM200.

 

 

PLEASE NOTE:  Relocation is not provided; therefore, only local Pomona, California candidates will be considered.

 

Airgas offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and several healthcare and insurance coverage plans. Please send resume and current compensation history to: david.gibbs@airgas.com

  Airgas is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/V/D. 

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.  PRINCIPALS ONLY.

 

 

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