Safety Services Technician

**Safety Services Technician**

We like to say that we find solutions for the everyday stuff. We’re problem solvers. We’re an engaged team that works together, and for those that work here they say we’re also like family.

Vallen is a leading provider of indirect industrial supplies - all those materials that are not part of the products our customers manufacture, and our goal is to make our customers operations run smoothly so they can focus on the core of their business.

Vallen is a member of Vallen North America and is one of Canada’s leading industrial distribution companies headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta.

Two exciting opportunities have become available as a **Safety Services Technician** in our **Burlington branch**.

**“We service what we sell”**

Fire Suppression (Extinguishers/Vehicle Suppression Systems)

Fall Protection (Self Retracting Lifelines/Harness and Lanyards)

Breathing Air (SCBA/Compressors/ Hydro Testing)

Instrumentation (Gas Detection)

Mechanical Repairs (Hoisting/Industrial Equipment/Torque Wrenches)

As one of our service technicians, you will use your positive attitude and strong work ethic to complete the following duties:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Follows all proper safety practices and ensures compliance of regulatory requirements.
- Actively supports the Company's quality process to achieve total satisfaction of customer's requirements as per manufacturer’s specifications.
- Assists in repairs to all equipment requiring service from the customer.
- Learns proper procedure to contact customers on repairs that require estimates.
- Learns how to properly organize and maintain inventory, keeping an adequate level of replacement parts on hand and advise supervisor of upcoming inventory requirements.
- Learns procedure on maintaining records of all repairs received in-progress work and completed work.
- Picks up and delivers repairs to the customer facility when necessary.
- Learns procedure on preparing all work orders relating to a repair job, including repair time and submits this information into the system.
- Interacts with customers and promotes positive customer relations.
- Assists in maintaining and promoting a safe working environment for all Vallen associates.
- Responsible for repairs to all equipment requiring service from the customer.
- Contacts customer on repairs that require estimates.
- Maintain records of all repairs received in-progress work and completed work.
- Picks up and delivers repairs to the customer facility when necessary.
- Prepares all work orders relating to a repair job, including repair time and submits this information into the system.
- Ensures that all rental, demo and service centre equipment is in good working condition.
- Demonstrates high ethical standards, attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed work procedures.
- Strives for continuous improvement by offering suggestions that could improve the process, procedures or safety.
- Provides branch reports/information to management as requested.
- Continues to obtain manufacturing certificates as required.
- Conduct other duties and project work as assigned.

**Requirement Qualifications**:

- High School Diploma preferred.
- Basic understanding of hand tools.
- Ongoing training necessary on equipment to be repaired and serviced.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

**Physical Skill and Effort**
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, standing, visual attention.

**What’s it like working at Vallen? **Upon joining our team, you will become part of a supportive, family-oriented culture where you will be led by a president who fully believes in having an open-door policy. Your suggestions will be heard, and your hard work will be rewarded.

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Vallen is committed to providing a safe environment for our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. We believe the COVID vaccination adds a layer of protection that complements the extensive and necessary health and safety protocols that we have taken to date. In order to be considered for employment at any Vallen location you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burlington, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: On the road