Technician - Fire Apparatus Testing

Fire Apparatus Test TechnicianIntertek is searching for aFire Apparatus Test Technicianto join our Building & Constructionteam in ourYork,PAoffice. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Mobile Fire Apparatus Testing!TheFire Apparatus Test Technicianis responsible for testing and inspections of the following assets for our clients:

Fire hose

Ground ladders

Apparatus-mounted and portable pumps

Hose appliances and nozzles

What you'll do:

Fire hose

Unpacking apparatus-mountedand station reserve hose and laying out on the test site

Labeling and identifying hose details for reporting

Visual inspections for defects of the hose

Hydrostatic testing of the fire hose

Draining and cleaning (if necessary) the tested hose

Repacking apparatus-mounted hose better than as-found

Replacing station reserve hose

Generating details reports for NFPA 1962 hose testing

Ground ladders

Unloading of extension, roof, folding, and multipurpose ground ladders from the apparatus

Labeling and identifying ladder details for reporting

Visual inspections for defects of the ladders and their components

Stress testing of the ladders and its hardware

Placing the ladders back on the apparatus exactly as found

Generating detailed reports for NFPA 1932 ground ladder testing

Apparatus-mounted and portable pumps

Performing standardized pump inspections and testing in accordance with NFPA 1911 Chapter 21

Generating detailed reports for NFPA 1911 Chapter 21 pump tests

Hose appliances and nozzles

Unloading of hose appliances and nozzles from the apparatus

Inspection and testing of appliances in accordance with NFPA 1962

Generating detailed reports for NFPA 1962 nozzle/appliance testing

What it takes to be successful in this role:

High school diploma or GED is required. Firefighting background and certificates are preferred, but not a requirement

Current or past firefighting experience is preferred, with a focus on engine operations, pump operations, and essentials of firefighting.

Technicians are expected have a safety-first mindset

Ability tolift 50 pounds unassisted

Ability to work outdoors for a long duration, and have a willingness to learn, work hard, and be a part of a test team

Fire Apparatus Testing can be demanding based on environmental conditions, fire department inventory, and proximity to the test lab

Flexible daytime scheduling is required as complications during the day can lengthen a standard working day

Travel to test sites are a daily task and test sites that are greater than 120 miles from York, PAwill require overnight stays that include per diem

Overnighttravel is less than 5% of the timecurrently

Towing/trailering experience and can pass a DOT physical exam is expected

Valid driver's license and reliable driving record (required)