POSITION SUMMARY:

Vallen's Sr Maintenance and Repair Technician - Life Safety Services primary purpose and objective for this position is to Install and/or Inspect, Test and Maintain (ITM) Life Safety Systems and equipment for established customers on a scheduled basis

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Provide quality of service to our customers.  Assist assigned LSS technicians with proper training in Vallen's standard operating procedures.
• Providing customer service in the area of installation and/or ITM of Life Safety Systems. Including, but not limited to: Fire Extinguishers, Fire Alarm and  Detection Systems, Gas Detection Systems, Foam Systems, Dry Chemical Systems, Clean Agent Systems, Special Hazard Systems and Water Based Systems.
• May also have job coordination responsibilities in the absence of a Technician Lead if assigned by the supervisor/manager for specific jobs or customers.
• May lead other technicians within area of expertise.
• May be responsible for interacting with the customers to coordinate job activities.
• Responsible for ensuring all documentation associated with assigned tasks is filled out accurately, completely & turned in for proper invoicing. 
• Ensures all required copies provided to the customer upon servicing equipment.
• Knowledgeable of all regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties; i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, etc.
• May be responsible for Parts & Equipment requests for specific assigned jobs. 
• Maintaining accurate inventories related to job and maintenance orders.
• Exhibit safe work practices at all times.
• Assist shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders & distributing to sales associates for processing.
• May include the use of company provided assets such as but not limited to: Company Vehicle, Inventory, Safety Equipment, Laptop, LSI Scanner, Test Equipment, Tools, Radio, Cell Phone, Fuel Card and/or Credit Card.
• Associates are required to maintain proper care of all assets as defined by Vallen policies.
• May have immediate supervision over a tech service unit.

QUALIFICATIONS:

       EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• High School or GED
• Minimum 5-6 Certifications (manufacturing/state) ) in a fire protection related field
• NICET II +5-6 years experience or
• Fire Alarm & Ext A +5-6 yrs experience or
• RME-I (If applicable)
• Mechanically inclined
• Advance communication, initiative, and problem solving skills
• WBS Construction +5-6 yrs experience  (industry related)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in the installation and/or maintenance, repair and service of Life Safety Systems and equipment is required.
• Advance industry segment knowledge.
• Maintain minimum productivity of 90% within 60 days.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage a Customer Acct or Project.
• Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Vallen.
• Current Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
• Commercial Drivers License required if carrying loads of hazardous materials.
• Proficient with hand tools.
• Able to complete repairs and maintenance of equipment in a timely and accurate manner
• Able to provide assistance, advise and training to Vallen associates and plant personnel.
• Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
• Keep all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.
• Must pass Drug & Alcohol screen, Physical exam, and background check.

TRAVEL:

         Yes - 20%     

WORK ENVIRONMENT (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.):

• Working conditions will vary but generally service work is performed inside buildings which have regulated temperatures, and low level noise levels.
• Possibility of working in hazardous environments when working within a plant which would require safety precautions and appropriate equipment.
• Ability to work in climatic weather (cold/heat) during day or night operations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Occasional lifting of items weighting a maximum of 55 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairwells up to 15 levels high.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders (step, extension, cage) up to 24’ high.
• Able to walk at a normal pace for up to 15 continuous minutes.
• Able to work from a standing position for 8-10 hours.
• Bending, climbing and stooping as needed for access of equipment to repair and service.
• Customer requirements including offshore platform swing rope test. (if applicable)

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ABOUT VALLEN

Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions and services along with a comprehensive range of maintenance, repair, operating, production, safety, and electrical products to meet the growing supply needs of customers in facilities across North America and around the world. Vallen is headquartered in Belmont, NC and is a subsidiary of Sonepar USA, part of the global Sonepar family.

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

401K Plan, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and a definitive career path.

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETERAN

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