Kitchen Fire Suppression & Fire Extinguisher Technician
Job Description
Kitchen Fire Suppression & Fire Extinguisher Technician
About the Company
Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC is a leading provider of fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC region for more than 45 years. Since our founding, we have expanded to 23 offices across 8 states throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Southeast, with headquarters in Rockville, MD.
Guardian delivers comprehensive, end-to-end services – including design, installation, inspection, and repair – for a full range of fire protection and security systems. Our capabilities span fire sprinklers, fire alarms and monitoring, fire pumps, extinguishers, special hazards systems (including clean agent and inert gas), marine fire protection, and integrated security solutions such as access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV.
Today, Guardian offices support over 90,000 customers across a diverse set of industries. Our continued growth is driven by a combination of strong organic performance, technical expertise, a trusted reputation in the market, and a disciplined acquisition strategy.
At Guardian, our people are the foundation of our success. We take pride in hiring talented, passionate professionals who are committed to protecting lives and property. As our company continues to expand, we're actively seeking motivated individuals who want to grow their careers and contribute to a dynamic, diverse team in the fire and security industries.
To learn more about who we are and the work we do visit: www.guardianfireprotection.com
About the Opportunity
Guardian is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Kitchen Fire Suppression & Fire Extinguisher Technician to join our growing team out of our Elite Fire Services office location in Blanchester, OH. This role is responsible for inspecting, servicing, installing, and maintaining commercial kitchen fire suppression systems and portable fire extinguishers in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations.
The ideal candidate will have experience in fire protection services or a mechanical/technical background and be comfortable working in commercial kitchens, restaurants, and other business environments.
Compensation
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Paid training and certification opportunities
- Paid time off and holidays
- Quarterly bonuses
- Any hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week
Benefits
- 401K with a company match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- Company paid Long Term Disability
- Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care
- Aflac
- Vacation and Personal time
- Paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company vehicle
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect, service, and maintain commercial kitchen fire suppression systems.
- Perform inspections, testing, maintenance, and recharging of portable fire extinguishers.
- Install new fire suppression systems and fire extinguishers when required.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA codes and local fire regulations.
- Maintain accurate service reports and inspection documentation.
- Diagnose and repair system deficiencies.
- Communicate with customers regarding system condition, repairs, and compliance requirements.
- Maintain service vehicle, tools, and equipment.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Experience with kitchen fire suppression systems and fire extinguishers preferred (Ansul, Pyro-Chem, etc.).
- Knowledge of NFPA 10 and NFPA 17A standards is a plus.
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
Preferred Certifications
- Ohio State Kitchen Suppression System Certification (preferred but not required)
- OSHA safety training (preferred but not required)
