K&D Pratt Group Inc. (KDP) is a multi-industry 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 in Life Safety, Fire, Marine & Instrumentation Technical Services, Sanitation, Instrumentation & Water Treatment, Coatings and Offshore. 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 principles 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 opening Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador operation for experienced Fire Services Field Technicians. As our Fire Services Field Technician you will be responsible for a wide variety of in-field fire services such as installing, inspecting, maintaining, modifying, and servicing fire protection equipment according to current codes and standards at commercial, industrial, and institutional sites, including offshore facilities, mine sites, and vessels.

Some of the additional expectations of this role include:

• Inspection, maintenance, and servicing of fire protection equipment including fire extinguishers, emergency lighting systems, portable and wheeled fire extinguishers, etc.
• Preparation of stock materials for daily execution of assigned work orders and optimization of material utilization.
• Reading and interpreting diagrams, specifications, schematics, and operational/product manuals.
• Completion of daily reports of completed work orders and activities.
• Mentoring other team members including trainees and field service labour.
• Supporting take off's and preparing proposals/quotations as required.
• Compliance with all safe work practices and demonstration of safety leadership in all aspects of the job.

The successful candidate would bring a variety of competencies to the role including:

• Ability to safely execute high quality work on-time.
• Professional and customer service focused mindset.
• High level of self motivation.
• Keen attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively with team members, as well as, independently.
• Ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to address changing situations/priorities and solve problems as they evolve.
• Any experience or current certifications with fire extinguishers, hoes, foam fire suppression, kitchen fire suppression, Davit inspection, BST, etc. will be considered an asset.

They must also possess the following experience and/or training credentials:

NOTE: All combinations of education in a related 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.

• A minimum of 2+ years' field service experience in fire services or other technical industry.
• Training in a Mechanical, Electronics or Fire Protection Technology or related trade(s)
• Fire service certifications, jurisdictional regulatory permits, and/or fire protection manufacturer related training would be considered an asset.
• Valid Driver's license.
  
• Applicants must be able to travel to and work out of remote client sites including offshore facilities, mine sites, and vessels. Overtime and overnight travel will be required; therefore, hours of work/schedule will vary.

In addition, completion of industry and site specific training and assessments will be required including but not limited to CAPP Medical Assessment for Fitness, Alcohol and Drug screening, Basic Survival Training with HUET-HUEBA, amongst others as required by appropriate regulatory bodies and site operators. Successful completion of such training and assessments is a condition of employment.

KDP offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as a welcoming work environment which includes:

• competitive wages
• various hourly premiums
• comprehensive health, dental and insurance programs
• employee and family assistance program
• employer matching retirement savings programs and financial planning support
• paid time off benefits, including flex time and a variety of observed holidays
• flexible scheduling
• paid training and development opportunities
• and much more

If you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to a highly successful and growing company and interested in being part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you.

We embrace diversity across all our operations and foster a respectful and inclusive work environment. Individuals that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills are encouraged to apply.

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