Clean/Care & RMA Repair Team Lead

JOB SUMMARY

The Team Lead supports the daily operations of the OH90 Clean/Care and RMA Repair facility, coordinating workflow activities to ensure all firefighting turnout gear is inspected, cleaned, bio-decontaminated, and repaired in compliance with NFPA 1851 standards. This role serves as a technical subject matter expert, performing advanced hands-on repair work, providing day-to-day guidance and training to team members, and helping maintain gear integrity to support firefighter safety.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate and prioritize daily incoming gear for advanced inspection, specialized cleaning, and technical repairs to meet turnaround times. NFPA 1851 Compliance : Enforce strict adherence to NFPA 1851 guidelines for advanced cleaning, decontamination, liner testing (hydrostatic testing), and repair documentation. Quality Control & Inspection : Perform and verify advanced visual and technical inspections of outer shells, thermal liners, and moisture barriers for defects, tears, thermal damage, and seam integrity.

Advanced Repairs : Execute and oversee complex sewing and patching repairs using approved materials and industrial sewing equipment. Team Leadership : Train, mentor, and evaluate technicians on proper handling, bio-decontamination protocols, and repair techniques. Inventory & Data Management : Track gear history, inspection logs, and repair records using specialized asset management software, while maintaining inventory levels for replacement materials and cleaning chemicals.

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Minimum 3–5 years of experience in heavy-duty textile repair, industrial laundry operations, or PPE manufacturing, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role. Current or verifiable past certification in NFPA 1851 Advanced Inspection and Repair (or willingness to obtain immediately upon hire).

Proficiency operating industrial sewing machines, programmable industrial washers and dryers, and specialized testing equipment (e.g., hydrostatic test cups). Ability to lift up to 10 lbs frequently, stand for extended periods. Safely handle gear contaminated with soot, smoke particulates, and biohazards using appropriate PPE #sponsored