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AFEX Fire Suppression Systems Owner, Rod Cavallero, Posing in Front of Mining Vehicle

Are you interested in a career with a global provider of heavy duty equipment fire suppression systems? AFEX is a family-owned business working on the forefront of innovation and technology to bring an exceptional product to our customers. Our team is comprised of diverse talents in the fields of safety, engineering, technical support, sales, marketing and manufacturing.

Positions Available

We are regularly seeking qualified, driven team members to join our growing organization in a variety of capacities. To inquire about current career opportunities that may be available, please check this page regularly or submit your cover letter and resume to careers@afexsystems.com.

Fire Suppression Field Technician

AFEX Fire Suppression Systems seeks a highly motivated Field Product Support Technician to join the team. The Field Product Support Technician will be responsible for installing, servicing, and troubleshooting our products in the field.

Successful Candidates Should:

Be skilled with hand tools and power tools.
Possess basic electro-mechanical skills.
Possess basic customer service skills.
Have a good sense of quality workmanship.
Possess computer skills with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, PowerPoint, Edge, and iAuditor) that allow you to communicate via email and prepare service work reports, etc.

Safety, attention to detail, and proper service work reports are expected. Experience with heavy off-road equipment is preferable. Familiarity with mining, landfill, forestry, agriculture, or other equipment-intensive industries is helpful.

This position requires regular overnight travel by plane or vehicle amounting to about 50% during the year. With proven performance comes an opportunity to travel internationally.

Primary Responsibilities:

Install and service AFEX products in accordance with industry standards and manufacturer guidelines.
Deliver field technical support and customer service to distributors and customers.
Coordinate and manage jobsite activities effectively in order to complete product installations, product commissioning, and onsite training in a professional manner.
Troubleshoot and conduct product performance investigations.
Additional duties as assigned.

Core Expectations and Skills Include:

Must be comfortable and safe in a hard hat/steel toe environment, in the field, and on factory floors.
Able to travel and work flexible hours including weekends according to customer needs & requirements
Be hands-on and physically able to perform under strenuous conditions and timelines, including the ability to lift 50 pounds.
Sound judgment for quality workmanship. Do it right. Do it safe. Do it better.
Professional communication skills, including being detail-oriented, organized, and a problem solver.

Facilities Maintenance Assistant - Part Time

Located in Raleigh, NC, our company is experiencing rapid growth. We are a fast-paced, manufacturer of heavy mobile equipment fire suppression systems and seek a Facilities Maintenance Assistant. The ideal candidate will use their hands-on skills to assist in the maintenance of our facilities.

Job Requirements:

Ability to perform tasks (i.e., carpentry, basic plumbing, basic electrical, mechanical knowledge, safe power tool use, flooring, and sheetrock)
Minimum of 5 years experience
Excellent verbal/written communication, listening, and customer service skills.
Willing to be an effective team member.
Strong work ethic, punctuality, and professional demeanor.
Demonstrate the ability to be flexible, multi-task, and problem-solve.
Ability to meet physical demands:
- Climb ladders and stairs.
- Bend, kneel, crawl, and maneuver in and around all kinds of equipment.
- Lift a minimum of 75 pounds to waist height.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination, able to grasp and assemble objects.

Comfortable working with computers
Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
Demonstrate a strong safety focus.
Has the knowledge to identify general safety hazards anticipated for the scope of work they are managing.
Machinist experience is a plus