Kitchen Hood Technician

Becoming the leader in the fire and security industry takes talent-yours. We seek experienced Kitchen Hood Technicians in the Merrillville, IN., area to join our best-of-the-best team as we drive the industry forward and pursue excellence in everything we do. We want to hear from you if you're up for the challenge!

At Koorsen, we don't provide jobs; we provide careers. A career at Koorsen includes competitive pay, a significant health package, an annual bonus program, life insurance, continuous learning offerings, 401k, paid holidays, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities, and much more.

Pay up to $25/hour, DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.

Responsibilities:

- The inspection, installation, and service of Kitchen Hood Suppression Systems, Paint Booths, and their components to ensure proper functionality

- Inspect Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Emergency and Exit Lights

- Service any Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, and Emergency and Exit Lights that need maintenance

- Sell new Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hoses, Emergency and Exit Lights

- Ensure customers understand the functionality of their system

- Interact with customers, vendors, and co-workers in a professional manner

- Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices

- Open-minded willingness for continual learning

- Follow all Koorsen policies, procedures, and core values

- Any other duties deemed appropriate by management

- May be required to perform work outside of scheduled work hours, including working second and third shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Required:

- Pass drug and background screenings

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Able to meet state licensing requirements and vendor certifications

- Valid driver's license

Preferred:

- Pre-Engineered Extinguishing Equipment

- Fire Life Safety experience

- Restaurant/Kitchen experience

- Route sales or sales experience

- Fire Extinguisher Vendor Certifications

- Kitchen Hood or Paint Booth Vendor Certifications

Physical Demands:

- Able to safely and effectively use general hand and power tools

- Lift and carry at least 75 lbs.; push and pull more significant than 75 lbs.

- Climb a ladder reaching a height of at least 12 feet and use a man lift to perform services

- Exposure to outside weather conditions, temperature changes, and loud noises

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Hiring Process (in addition to an interview):

1. New hires must complete the I-9 Verification form within three days of being hired. This form is required by the U.S. Department of Justice and Immigration and Immigration and Naturalization Services. It is used to verify your identity and right to work in the United States. In addition, we verify employment eligibility via E-Verify.
2. All Positions require background checks with criminal courts, state and county repositories of criminal records, and the Department of Motor Vehicles.
3. A test for Evidence of Substance Abuse by urinalysis test is required if this application results in an offer of employment.

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