Fire Shop Associate

Job Summary

The Fire Shop Associate supports the daily operations of the fire protection branch by maintaining an organized, safe, and efficient shop environment. This position is responsible for receiving, organizing, stocking, and distributing equipment, parts, tools, and supplies to support field technicians and branch operations.

The Fire Shop Associate works closely with Service Technicians, Project Managers, Operations Managers, Purchasing, and other Branch team members to ensure materials and equipment are available when needed and are maintained in accordance with company safety, quality, and operational standards. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Essential Job Functions: Receives, inspects, organizes, and stocks parts, equipment, products, and supplies into inventory on a daily basis.

Maintains accurate inventory levels and communicates with purchasing representatives regarding replenishment needs and material shortages. Pulls and stages parts, equipment, tools, and materials for technicians, service requests, projects, and other Branch requirements. Maintains an accurate and organized inventory system, including tracking the allocation and movement of materials to field personnel and job sites.

Assists with scheduled inventory counts and reconciles discrepancies as needed. Maintains a clean, safe, orderly, and secure shop environment in accordance with company policies and applicable safety requirements. Ensures walkways, work areas, storage areas, and access points remain clear and free of hazards. Properly stores equipment, parts, tools, and materials to prevent damage, loss, or unsafe conditions.

Assists with loading and unloading deliveries and prepares materials for transportation to customers and job sites. May operate a forklift, pallet jack, or other material-handling equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and training requirements. May deliver or transport materials, equipment, and supplies to customers, job sites, or other company locations as needed.

Reports damaged, missing, defective, or unsafe equipment and materials to local management. Assists in maintaining shop tools, equipment, and vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition. Follows all company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required. Previous experience in a shop, warehouse, fire protection, construction, maintenance, or related environment preferred. Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and general shop equipment preferred. Forklift and/or pallet jack experience preferred; ability to complete required training and certification as applicable.

Ability to read work orders, pick lists, and other job-related documentation and follow written and verbal instructions. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate inventory records. Basic computer skills with the ability and willingness to learn inventory and company-specific software.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with technicians, management, customers, vendors, and other team members. Maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be able to successfully complete applicable background and drug screening requirements.

Physical Requirements: Regularly utilizes a computer, telephone, and other office/shop equipment and may participate in virtual and in-person meetings. Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, climbing, and working on your feet for extended periods, including up to eight hours per day. Must be able to routinely lift, push, pull, carry, and maneuver equipment, tools, parts, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

May occasionally be required to handle heavier materials with the assistance of appropriate equipment or additional personnel. May work in non-air-conditioned or outdoor environments and may be exposed to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and other typical shop and warehouse conditions. We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.