Fire Extinguisher Department Manager - 47

Job Details

Job Location: N.O. Service Center - Harvey, LA 70058

Fire Extinguisher Department Manager

Join a growing, stable company offering consistent hours and strong benefits. Gas and Supply is the region’s largest independent distributor of welding, safety, and industrial supplies, as well as a top national distributor of industrial, medical, and cryogenic gases. With over fifty locations across seven states, we are seeking a motivated individual to become a part of our team as a Fire Extinguisher Department Manager.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience.
• Monday–Friday work schedule.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid disability insurance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Educational reimbursement program.
• Generous personal leave policy.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Hire, train, lead, and supervise Fire Extinguisher Department personnel.
• Provide ongoing coaching, development, and performance feedback to team members. Maintain a positive, professional, and safety-focused work environment.
• Work closely with co-workers and other departments to ensure effective communication and teamwork. Hold team members accountable for quality, productivity, safety, and customer service expectations.

Operations & Scheduling

• Develop and manage the Fire Extinguisher Department's service schedule.
• Manage daily field operations and ensure service commitments are met.
• Ensure all customers are invoiced after service.
• Successfully complete and oversee required NFPA Fire Extinguisher Technician certifications.
• Review, evaluate, and continuously improve department processes.
• Maintain accurate department records and documentation.
• Ensure vehicles, equipment, and work areas are properly maintained, organized, and clean. Manage the Fire Extinguisher Department's inventory and supply needs.

Customer Service & Business Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Address customer concerns promptly and work toward effective resolutions.
• Identify opportunities to increase department sales, productivity, and customer retention. Support the department's overall sales and productivity goals.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous leadership or management experience; experience in fire protection, fire extinguishers, or a related service industry is preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to build lasting professional relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Comfortable learning and using inspection, scheduling, and business software.
• Ability to analyze department performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain required industry certifications.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with management and team members.

Why Join Our Team?

This is an opportunity to build a career in the fire and life-safety industry while developing valuable technical, customer-service, and field-service skills. We value employees who are dependable, safety-conscious, willing to learn, and committed to providing quality service to our customers.