Fire Safety Specialist – UniFirst First Aid+ Safety at UniFirst

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal!

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking a reliable and hardworking Fire Extinguisher Safety Specialist to join our team. As a Team Partner your responsibilities will include training team members in portable fire extinguisher and emergency/exit lighting inspection, service, repair, and maintenance. You will provide technical support to team members, conduct customer onsite fire extinguisher and emergency/exit lighting system audits and help cover team members conducting inspections and service where, and as needed. The Partners role will also include selling and promoting fire services and products to help grow our existing customer base. When working with UniFirst First Aid + Safety we provide a variety of shifts. Our standard is a 5-day work week, enjoy two days off a week. We have an immediate opening and provide on-the-job training.

Pay & Benefits:

On the job training & great hourly pay + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

What's in it for you?

Training:

Our Team Partners receive ongoing cross-training, exposing them to different department areas. Cross training enhances performance and assists with career potential and advancement.

Work Life Balance:

We offer up to 40-hours a week!

Career Growth:

Some companies like to promote from within, We love to!

Culture:

Our family culture is what makes UniFirst First Aid + Safety an organization that stands out from the rest.

Diversity:

At UniFirst First Aid + Safety, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds. We believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

What you'll be doing:

• Train team members in various portable fire extinguisher and emergency/exit Lighting service and inspection related tasks.
• Provide portable fire extinguisher and emergency/exit lighting technical support to team members.
• Provide backup or assist team members performing monthly and annual inspections on portable fire extinguishers and emergency/exit lighting to maintain compliance with NPFA 10 code when and where required such as covering for vacations and time off.
• Provide customer onsite audits and quoting for fire service.
• Presenting and demonstrating our fire related products/services to customers and working with the service department to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Drive a company provided vehicle to and from customer locations daily.
• Clean and maintain all equipment including van and equipment.
• Complete required reporting.
• Use iPad or other electronic devices to bill customers and complete service details.
• Utilize fire service inspection software and provide training software to team members.
• Meet with your manager to discuss goals, objectives, and outcomes.
• Work with internal resources to increase fire services base.
• Order supplies as needed.
• Provide ongoing support for customers to maintain OSHA and NFPA compliance.

What we’re looking for:

• High school and/or GED equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required
• Must have an NPFA Extinguisher Certification/License
• Fire Extinguisher License (if required by state, county, and/or city)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experienced in sales and upselling additional fire/safety-related products and services is highly preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to travel within the designated territory.
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external scheduling.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs at certain times.

About UniFirst First Aid + Safety

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is a division of the UniFirst Corporation. UniFirst First Aid + Safety is one of the largest providers of First Aid, AEDs, Compliance Training, Safety and PPE products in the United States.  Businesses such as manufacturing, office buildings, retail, construction, logistics, automotive, and government agencies, are just a few examples of our current customer base. We are part of a $70 million division within a $1.8 billion company.   

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws