Job Description

Everguard Fire Safety (Everguard) is a multi-industry fire and life safety services and solutions company with comprehensive product offerings; globally recognized product and solution partners; installation, commission, inspection, and testing services and 24/7/365 support. We are proud to employ a diverse team of professionals across Canada who are focused on delivering high-quality products, solutions, and service to our clients. Every day our team members apply their unique knowledge, skills, and abilities to their work, living by our values of Accountability, Continuous Improvement and Teamwork. We love what we do, and we are always seeking enthusiastic talent to join our team.
We have immediate openings at our Val-d'Or operation for Field Service Technician.
Being a part of our team, you will be able to experience many of the benefits below.

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health, dental and insurance coverage
• Employer-matched retirement savings and financial planning support
• Paid time off, including vacation, flex time and observed holidays
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• A supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused work environment

As our Field Service Technician - Fire Suppression, you will be responsible for a wide variety of in-field fire services such as installing, inspecting, maintaining, modifying, and servicing fire protection equipment and fire suppression systems at commercial, industrial, and institutional sites.
What You'll Do:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, specifications, schematics, and operational/product manuals;
• Evaluating plans, customer requests, code, and non-conformance issues to determine specific solutions and recommendations for customers and management;
• Preparing stock materials for daily execution of assigned work orders and optimizing material utilization;
• Supporting take off's and preparing proposals/quotations as required;
• Completing daily reports of completed work orders and activities;
• Ensuring safe work practices are followed safety leadership is demonstrated in all aspects of the job;
• Mentoring other team members including trainees and field service labour; and
• Participating in 24/7 on-call/call out emergency service.

What You Bring:

• Professionalism with high levels of motivation
• A self-starter with a keen attention to detail
• The ability to safely execute high quality work on-time, every time
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work both collaboratively with team members, as well as independently
• High quality service and support to our customers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and flexibility to address changing situations and priorities
• A mechanical aptitude
• A demonstrated mindset towards continuous learning
• The ability to use/learn technology solutions in the execution of their work
• You must also possess a valid driver's license and be able to travel to and work out of remote client sites. Overtime and overnight travel will be required; therefore, hours of work/schedule will vary.

Qualifications:

• A candidate with a minimum of 2+ years' field experience across various industries and a diploma in a mechanical trade would be preferred. Fire service certifications and/or suppression training would be considered an asset.
• Combinations of education in a related field and experience will be considered.
• NOTE: Candidates who advance through the hiring process will be required to submit a current Certificate of Conduct and Driver's abstract.

We foster a respectful and inclusive work environment and embrace diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply!
Requirements

• Essential - Minimum 2 years field experience in various industries
• Essential - A valid driver's license

Everguard Fire Safety
Everguard Fire Equipment Inc. (Everguard) is a multi-industry fire and life safety services and solutions company with comprehensive product offerings; globally recognized product and solution partners; installation, commission, inspection,...