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)
