Hickory, NC

2026-04-27

Div. 9 – Hickory, NC

Summary

Responsible for inspecting, servicing, maintaining, and installing portable fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10, local fire codes, and company standards; works directly with customers to ensure compliance and readiness of life safety equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Perform inspections, maintenance, and testing of portable fire extinguishers per NFPA 10.
* Recharge, repair, and replace fire extinguishers as required.
* Install new fire extinguishers, cabinets, signage, and mounting hardware.
* Identify and document deficiencies and corrective actions.
* Complete inspection tags, reports, and electronic documentation accurately and timely.
* Communicate with customers regarding compliance status and service needs.
* Maintain service vehicles, tools, and inventory.
* Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
* Support emergency or on-call service requests as needed.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma and 1–3 years of fire extinguisher service experience, preferred; state or local fire extinguisher technician certification, preferred (or ability to obtain);

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office applications and CRM proficiency.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift, carry, and install extinguishers up to 50 lbs; frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing; ability to work in commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings; regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to sit and climb or balance; must be able to lift up to 75lbs. Field-based role at customer locations; exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and mechanical environments; occasional overtime or on-call work.

What’s In It For You?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(K) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!

Full-time

Not Applicable

Construction