Fire Shop and Administration Technician

Job Responsibility:

Everguard Fire Safety (Everguard) is a multi-industry fire and life safety services and solutions company with comprehensive product offerings; globally recognized product and solution partners; installation, commission, inspection, and testing services and 24/7/365 support. We are proud to employ a diverse team of professionals across Canada who are focused on delivering high-quality products, solutions, and services to our clients. Every day our team members apply their unique knowledge, skills, and abilities to their work, living by our principles of Accountability, Continuous Improvement and Teamwork. We love what we do, and we are always seeking enthusiastic talent to join our team.

We have an immediate opening at our Thunder Bay location for a Fire Shop and Administration Technician .

Being a part of our team, you will be able to experience many of the benefits below.

• Competitive salaries
• Paid overtime
• Various hourly bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental and insurance programs
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Employer-tailored retirement savings and financial planning assistance
• Paid time off (including flexible schedules and a variety of observed holidays)
• Paid training and development opportunities, and much more!

As our Fire Shop and Administration Technician , you will be responsible for completing and supporting inspection, testing and repair work related to fire protection and related equipment. Some of the additional expectations of this role include:

• Inspecting, testing, and servicing fire extinguishers;
• Inspecting and testing fire hoses;
• Servicing life-saving appliances;
• Ensuring timely and quality completion of work orders;
• Completing daily reports of completed work orders and activities;
• Monitoring parts inventory and equipment maintenance requirements;
• Following all safe work practices and safety leadership is demonstrated in all aspects of the job; and
• Participating in on-call/call out emergency service as required.
• Assist in the input shipping and receiving data in the ERP and prepare associated shipping and receiving documents as required.
• Retrieve order lists, product inventory information and order confirmations.
• Sort and place products, parts and supplies on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined warehouse locations in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist in the maintenance of up to date and accurate filing of documents for incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Conduct cycle counts, bin maintenance, and inventory management reporting to ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Inspect and operate warehouse equipment as per valid certifications and training.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the warehouse.

The successful candidate would bring a variety of competencies to the role including:

• Ability to safely execute high quality work on-time
• Professional and customer service focused mindset
• High level of self motivation
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively with team members, as well as, independently
• Ability to demonstrate strong problem solving skills
• Flexibility to address changing situations/priorities and solve problems as they evolve
• Knowledge of relevant fire codes and standards
• Demonstrate mindset towards continuous learning, as well as an ability to use/learn technology solutions in the execution of their work is a must.
• Ability to operate various power tools and machinery; a strong background in hands-on work.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License
• Ability to travel to and work out of remote client sites. Overtime may be necessary; therefore, flexibility in hours of work will be required.
• Previous experience in fire inspection or a related field would be preferred.

Candidates must possess below experience and/or education:

• 3+ years previous experience in fire inspection or a related field would be preferred.
• NOTE: Combinations of education in a related field and experience will be considered.

If you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to a highly successful and growing company and interested in being part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you.

We embrace diversity across all our operations and foster a respectful and inclusive work environment. Individuals that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills are encouraged to apply.