Service Technician - Fire & Life

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Levitt-Safety has an exciting opportunity for an experienced technician to join our team as a Field Service Technician in Winnipeg, MB.
 

This role will be based out of our Winnipeg branch, however, will involve travel to customer sites for diverse maintenance and repair activities.

Main Responsibilities
 

·       Provide services as a technician to all existing customers promptly and efficiently

·       Inspect, maintain and service SCBAs, breathing air compressors, vehicle fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and fire life and safety equipment 

·       Provide in-house and mobile service work

·       On-site and in-house fit testing and fall protection inspections

·       Vehicle fire suppression maintenance and repairs on multiple brands      (Ansul, Kidde, Fogmaker, Amerex)

·     Work closely with the service coordinator to schedule service work and maintain inventory levels 

·       Maintain service vehicle, inventory and tooling

·       Complete all applicable health and safety paperwork associated with company policies and ISO procedures.

·       Accurate and timely completion or paperwork

·       Perform after-hour call-outs as required

·       Other duties as assigned

 
What we offer:

• Monday to Friday, salaried position with paid vacation and other time away from work benefits
• Competitive pay in line with your experience and qualifications, plus paid training/certification, and potential for on-call premiums
• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, RRSP matching, and other group health insurance benefits for you and your family
• Profit-sharing opportunity
• Company-provided service vehicle and tools
• All expenses paid for out-of-town business travel, when required

Qualifications

• Experience with breathing air equipment (SCBAs, hydro testing, compressors etc.)
• Experience working in a mechanical shop or equivalent hands-on role with vehicles or other motorized equipment
• Basic electrical knowledge and mechanical aptitude with experience working with power and hand tools
• Experience with fire suppression systems (vehicle fire suppression, extinguishers) is a strong asset
• Comfortable working in underground mining operations
• A valid driver’s license and clean driver's abstract
• Prior customer service experience and great communication skills
• Able to work with technology and mobile devices

Physical Safety Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted, coupled with good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Physically able to work in restricted workspaces, including using ladders and walkways on large equipment
• Able to pass pre-employment and periodic drug and alcohol testing as well as criminal background checks
• Physically able to work in restricted or confined workspaces, including using ladders and walkways on large equipment
• Able to work wearing a supplied air respirator for extended periods

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 talent@levitt-safety.com in the application. We will review applications as they are received and look forward to hearing from you.