Fire Extinguisher/ Shop Technician

2 days ago


Richmond, Canada Vancouver Fire & Radius Security Full time

**Purpose**

A **Fire Extinguisher/Shop Technician** is responsible for keeping our communities safe by inspecting and recharging fire extinguishers. This is an essential role to ensure our Fire Service Technicians in the field have the fire prevention equipment needed to mitigate fires.

**Responsibilities**

Under the direction of the Shop Lead, the Fire Extinguisher/Shop Technician will be responsible to learn & carry out the following responsibilities:

- Hydrostatic testing/drying of low-pressure cylinders (up to 700 psi)
- Hydrostatic testing/drying of high-pressure cylinders (10,000 psi)
- Maintenance of hydro test devices, clean agent & CO2 pumps
- Refurbishing, hydro testing/drying, filling of Dry Chemical, CO2, clean agent extinguishers
- Dispose of extinguishers as required
- Documentation of all extinguishers & hoses coming in/out for servicing
- Shipping & receiving of hoses to be tested/finished to/from vendor
- Serve customers at the counter
- Receive/process payment from customers
- Forklift moves
- Facility Maintenance as required
- All other shop duties as required
- Hands-on experience inspecting and testing fire extinguishers
- Experience doing high pressure CO2 testing or hydrotesting, _is an asset_
- Has a mechanical aptitude (experienced using hand tools) and eagerness to learn
- Forklift certification, _is an asset_
- Computer literate (experience using Microsoft Office) and ability to easily learn other software programs
- Physical Demands of the Job_
- Ability to repeatedly lift 50 lbs.
- Prolonged standing, squatting, bending, and twisting throughout the day
- Possesses a Valid Driver’s License, as they may be required to support the Shop Depot Driver with deliveries
- Manual dexterity required

**Why Does our Team LOVE working for us?**
- Job stability Our company is continuing to grow year over year, and we have exciting expansion plans for the future
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Monthly profit-sharing bonus program
- Charitable donation matching
- Gym membership discount for our staff and their spouses
- Fun-loving team environment with various company events (virtual gaming, spirit weeks, community involvement/volunteer activities, etc.)
- Learning and development opportunities to grow within the business.
- You have a voice. We empower you to bring forward suggestions for improvement.
- Central location located right next to the river, with a lovely walking path available on lunch breaks. Minutes drive away from Queensborough shopping center.
- We have a strong brand reputation, and people are proud to work for a place that is a staple in our communities.

**Company Information**

**Address & Location of Work**:
Vancouver Fire & Radius Security
22131 Fraserwood Way, Richmond BC V6W 1J5

**Language of Work**: English

**Wage**: Minimum $19/hour (varies depending on experience)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Richmond, BC V6V 2X6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- fire extinguisher inspection/testing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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