Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
About Us
Foster’s Fire & Safety Ltd. is a locally owned and trusted provider of fire protection services across Western Nova Scotia. We are committed to helping keep our customers safe by providing reliable, professional, and high-quality fire safety solutions. Join our team and be part of a company that values your work, supports your growth, and makes a difference in the community.
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Fire Extinguisher Inspection Technician to join our team full-time. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, tagging, and documenting portable fire extinguishers at customer locations while ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform annual inspections of portable fire extinguishers at various customer sites
- Check condition, pressure, accessibility, and compliance of units
- Tag and document all inspections accurately
- Identify units requiring maintenance, recharge, or replacement
- Communicate findings clearly with customers and office staff
- Maintain an organized service vehicle and equipment
- Follow company procedures and safety standards at all times
Qualifications
Required:
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
- Clean criminal record check & child abuse registry check
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to perform physical work (lifting up to 50lbs, carrying, walking between sites)
Assets (not required):
- Experience in fire protection or related field
- Mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience
- Knowledge of fire safety equipment or inspection procedures
What We Offer
➢ Steady Monday–Friday schedule (no evenings or weekends)
➢ Two (2) weeks paid vacation/ annual sick days
➢ Optional Health Spending Account with 50/50 employer–employee co-pay
➢ Uniforms and safety boots provided
➢ Company vehicle for service calls
➢ Full training provided, including company-paid NFPA fire extinguisher course and certification
➢ Staff discounts on products
➢ Supportive, family-owned business environment where your work truly matters
How to Apply
Submit your resume online on Indeed.com
Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- This role requires completing inspection tags and reports correctly. Are you comfortable with paperwork and documentation?
- This is a full-time, year-round position with consistent weekday hours. Are you looking for long-term employment?
- Are you able to successfully complete a criminal record check and child abuse registry check as required for this position?
- Are you physically able to lift 50 lbs and perform hands-on work (carrying extinguishers, climbing stairs, etc.)?
- This job involves visiting different locations daily, working in industrial, commercial, and sometimes loud and/or dirty environments. Are you comfortable with that?
- We provide paid training and certification for this role. Are you committed to successfully completing this required training?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation? How many years of driving experience do you have? Are you comfortable driving a service vehicle and traveling within a 200 km service area?
- This position starts at $18.00/hour and increases to $19.00/hour once certified to inspect fire extinguishers, with future wage growth possible based on performance and annual reviews. Are you comfortable with this starting wage and interested in moving forward?
Work Location: In person
