What are the responsibilities and job description for the Passive Fire Technician position at Summit Fire & Security?
JOB SUMMARY:
The Passive Fire Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of fire-stopping systems. This role also includes conducting fire damper inspections and performing necessary repairs to ensure compliance with safety standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Repairs to fire resistant walls and fire rated structures to bring back into compliance.
- Following technical drawings and plans.
- Does require out of town and overnight travel.
- Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.
Education, Training, Certifications:
- High school Diploma, or equivalent, required.
Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:
- Electrical and HVAC, strongly preferred.
Communication Skills:
- Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Systems and Software Skills:
- Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required.
- Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office is preferred.
Other Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
- Must be able to comply with SFPH's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
- Frequent travel required, up to 75%.
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift >50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
Work Environment:
Frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel is required. Employee will frequently be required to work inside and outside in hot/cold temperatures and be exposed to loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes and odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards frequently. Employees will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, uneven and slippery surfaces. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.
We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applications will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, familial status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.