Experienced Vehicle Fire Suppression Technicians

2 days ago

Fort McMurray, Canada Levitt-Safety Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Levitt-Safety is looking for an experienced Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems (VFSS) Technician to join our team in Fort McMurray. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional with 2–3+ years of hands-on VFSS experience who wants to make an impact in a safety-critical industry while enjoying a highly desirable compressed schedule.

 
What You'll Do:
 
As an experienced member of our field service team, you will:
 
  • Perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of vehicle fire suppression systems on heavy-duty and off-road equipment across multiple sites.
  • Conduct regular and emergency service visits, including fire extinguishers, alarms, and other safety equipment.
  • Lead by example in safety practices, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work procedures.
  • Accurately complete inspection reports, service documentation, and work orders, ensuring traceability of deficiencies, corrective actions, and parts usage.
  • Collaborate with customers by providing expert technical recommendations and solutions for fire protection improvements.
  • Mentor junior technicians and support inventory and quality initiatives as required.
 
What You'll Bring:
  • Minimum 2–3 years of direct experience servicing Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems (VFSS).
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and advanced troubleshooting skills; basic electrical knowledge an asset.
  • Experience working with heavy vehicles, mining, or industrial equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Professional, reliable, and safety-driven approach.
  • Proficiency with iPads, laptops, and mobile apps for field reporting.
  • Valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment background, drug, and alcohol screening.
 
What We Offer:
  • Highly desirable schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off, 12-hour shifts.
  • Housing and travel paid for fly-in/fly-out employees, or a monthly housing allowance for locals.
  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, EAP).
  • Company-matched RRSP contributions.
  • Annual profit-sharing opportunity.
  • A strong safety culture and family-oriented values where people are our most important asset.
 
Safety Requirements
This is a physically demanding role requiring the ability to:
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
  • Work in confined spaces (e.g., engine compartments).
  • Work at heights on large mining equipment.
  • Walk on uneven terrain in outdoor environments.
  • Pass ongoing pre-access drug and alcohol testing (including cannabis), as required by our clients.

Levitt-Safety is committed to the principle of employment equity in the workplace and ensures that our practices of hiring are based on qualifications and ability.  We invite all applicants, including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Indigenous Peoples to apply for our career opportunities. We understand that experience comes in many forms and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.  If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us at - in the application. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.

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