Fire Extinguisher Apprentice

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety

Lubbock, TXOn-siteFull time, Internship
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Location
Lubbock, TX
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time, Internship
Posted
Oct 12
8 days ago
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About the company

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety

Public safety · 5,001 to 10,000 employees

Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.

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What you'll do

  • Assist with inspection and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and related equipment
  • Support senior technicians with service tasks including tagging, documentation, and basic compliance checks
  • Learn and follow NFPA standards, company procedures, and safety protocols
  • Transport tools, materials, and equipment to job sites
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed as directed
  • Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored
  • Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding job progress and needs

What you need

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No minimum experience required
  • Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and climbing ladders
  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds
  • Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving role)
  • Basic mechanical aptitude (preferred)

Key skills

Active driver’s licenseClean driving recordBasic mechanical aptitudeAbility to follow instructionsHand toolsTesting equipment

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Perks

  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short-term disability
  • 401K with employer match
  • Paid vacation
  • company holidays
  • Training and Career Development
  • Company vehicle

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Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. The Portables Support Technician is a responsible for assisting in the inspection, maintenance, and servicing of portable fire protection equipment. This position is designed to provide hands-on training under direct supervision. The role will support experienced team members while learning applicable codes, standards, and safe work practices related to fire and life safety systems. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assist with inspection and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and related equipment under direct supervision. Support senior technicians with service tasks including tagging, documentation, and basic compliance checks. Learn and follow NFPA standards, company procedures, and safety protocols. Transport tools, materials, and equipment to job sites. Maintain accurate records of work performed as directed. Ensure tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored. Follow all company safety policies and procedures while working in the field. Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding job progress and needs. Perform work in commercial, industrial, and construction environments. Use hand tools and testing equipment under supervision. Travel to job sites as required. Other duties as assigned by management. Education/Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. No minimum experience required. Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision. Demonstrated willingness to learn and develop technical skills. Basic mechanical aptitude preferred. Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving role). Other Duties: Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy. Performs other duties as assigned by management. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, carrying, and climbing ladders. Ability to lift 50+ pounds. Ability to work in various environments including commercial, industrial, and construction settings. Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work for extended periods. Benefits and Perks: Excellent pay Medical, dental, vision Company paid life insurance Company paid short-term disability 401K with employer match Paid vacation and company holidays Training and Career Development Company vehicle (if job applicable) Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees Our Commitment: Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day. Our EEO Statement: Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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