
Fire Systems Technician
Required skills
- fire and emergency activities
- fire safety program
- regulated standards
- on call 24/7
- electrical maintenance
- mechanical maintenance
- Standard Operating Procedures
- power tools
- measuring devices
- hand tools
Nice to have
- wood panel products
- MDF
- OSB
- Particleboard
- Laminate Flooring
Role summary
The Fire Systems Technician is responsible for coordinating all fire and emergency activities at the MDF Boards Plant, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing/maintaining a fire safety program. This role requires intermediate to advanced experience in electrical/mechanical maintenance, strong communication skills, the ability to write SOPs, and proficiency with tools and technical drawings. The position involves working independently, at heights, and being on call 24/7. An Associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience is required.
The Fire Systems Technician coordinates all fire and emergency activities for the MDF Boards Plant and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The position is responsible for developing, communicating, and maintaining a simple but effective fire safety program that meets regulated standards. This is a day shift position but is on call 24/7 for emergencies, equipment failure and alarms.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with electrical / mechanical maintenance and repair procedures • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of associates. • Excellent attendance record. • Ability to write and communicate Standard Operating Procedures • Demonstrated high energy level, strong work ethic, and positive approach to problem solving. • The ability to use power tools, measuring devices, and other hand tools. • The ability to read and comprehend complex data including mechanical, electrical, and piping drawings and schematics. • The ability to work with others in identifying and solving complex manufacturing problems. • The ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision. • The ability to work at heights exceeding 60 feet with the aid of man lifts and/or ladders/platforms • The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted. • The ability to be on call 24/7 and on holidays as required
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of firefighting procedures and fire inspections • Associate's degree in industrial maintenance, electrical, electronics or related field OR equivalent experience
As a company dedicated to its associates, we offer numerous benefits and advantages: - Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products - Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world - A highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans - Company paid life and short & long term disability plans - Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family - 401 (k) retirement plan with company match - Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days - “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy - Uniform & reimbursement for safety boots & prescription safety glasses and company provided tools Together we work, together we win. WHAT TO SEND OUR WAY - A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.
Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND we are American Made. We are Kronospan.
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