Fire Extinguisher Technician - UniFirst First Aid+ Safety

UniFirst
Melrose Park, IL

Our Team is Kind of a Big Deal!

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking a reliable and hardworking Portable Fire Extinguisher Technician, “Fire Extinguisher Safety Specialist,” to join our family. As a Team Partner, your responsibilities will include conducting portable fire extinguisher and emergency/exit lighting inspection, service, repair, and maintenance, training team members in portable fire extinguisher and emergency/exit lighting inspection, service, repair, and maintenance. You will provide technical support to team members 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.

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.

Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 annual salary, dependent on experience and skills plus a base commission structure plan!

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:

  • Conduct portable fire extinguisher and emergency/exit lighting inspection, service, repair, and maintenance
  • 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.
  • Assist team members performing monthly and annual inspections on portable fire extinguishers and emergency/exit lighting to maintain compliance with NFPA 10 code when and where required.
  • Assist team members Inspecting and test emergency egress lighting and exit signs when and where required.
  • Providing 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.
  • Servicing, repairing and maintaining the portable fire equipment and emergency exit lighting systems of our established customer base where needed to cover team member vacations and time off.
  • Provide fire services inspection software training to team members.
Qualifications

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 NFPA Extinguisher Certification/License
  • Experienced performing monthly and annual inspections on portable fire extinguishers to maintain compliance with NFPA 10 code.
  • Fire Extinguisher License or certification as 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

UniFirst is an equal employment employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call to let us know the nature of your request.

UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.

Posted 2025-08-23

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