Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Technician – Steel Mill Porter County

Company Overview:

Allied Universal North Americas leading security and facility services company offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic welcoming and collaborative workplace you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

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• $19.65 / Hour
• WeeklyPay!!
• Burns Harbor location
• MUST have a valid drivers license for at least 1 year

Job Requirements:

• Fire extinguisher maintenance to include inspection repairrefillingand replacement of fire extinguishers ofvarious sizesand types

• Fire hydrant inspection and maintenance

• Fire hose and fire hose reel inspection and maintenance

• Maintenance of the equipment and parts inventory toinsureproper restocking isaccomplishedwhen necessary

• Coordination of the record keepingin regards tothe inspection repair refilling and maintenance of extinguishers fire hosereelsand fire hydrants

• Perform Confined Space and High Angle Rescue Standby

QUALIFICATIONS:Toperform this job successfully the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or experience. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalentrequired;

• Prior fire maintenance work is beneficial but not

• Some mechanical aptitude or ability would be beneficial

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to lift objects weighing 65 pounds or less without mechanicalassistdevices

• Computer literacy to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel with the potential to learn and master other in-house software that may be job related

• Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively managedeadlines;

• This position requires excellent attendance and punctuality. Incumbents must commit to being on time must be able to work in a very independent environment and ensure all directions and instructions from Supervisors and Service Coordinators arefollowed;

• Ability to write effective and concise reports in neat legible handwriting is;

• Professionalarticulateand able to use good independent judgment anddiscretion;

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills;

• Ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization including with clients while functioning as a team player.

• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may beprior to employment.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job the employeeis regularly required touse both hands isfrequentlyto stand sit stoop talk and hear (communicate verbally in person and via telephone) and be able to read computer screenscorrespondenceand reports

• The employee must constantly walk reach with hands and arms and drive a vehicle. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds. May beto climb stairsladdersorramps;

• The job isgenerally performedin various environments including outdoors in parking structures and in office settings and the employee may be subject to adverse conditions such as rain cold or heat for extended periods oftime;

• The ambient noise level is usually quiet consisting of normal conversations business machines (copiers printers etc.) and telephones butoccasionallymay beabove-normalfor portions of theshift;

• The employee must be able to concentrate on details work under deadline pressures apply sound logic and judgment and prioritize tasks andresponsibilities;

• Must be able to focus and multi-task inbusyenvironment with the ability to successfully handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures site-specific policies and when appropriate emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience
• As a condition of employment applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal state and local laws. Allied Universalwill consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
  *A valid drivers license will be required for driving positions only

Benefits:

• Medical dental vision basic life AD&D and disability insurance
• Companys retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity age color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetic information disability protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you please visit: ID