Explosion Protection (EP) Technician - Dubai

Fike Corporation, a rapidly growing international manufacturer of pressure relief, explosion protection, fire suppression and detection equipment, has an opportunity for an Explosion Protection (EP) Technician position. Fike is a privately held business located in Blue Springs, MO with over 400 employees locally & over 1,200 employees worldwide.

Summary:
Provides highly skilled electrical and mechanical support on maintenance and troubleshooting of Fike?s Explosion Protection (EP) systems. Performs onsite customer service and support for the maintenance services in varying conditions ranging from -50 below zero to +120 degrees Fahrenheit in ever changing surroundings from coal dust to sterile pharmaceutical conditions. The complexity of the work requires initiative and independent judgment on matters relating to the installation and operation of the system. Prepares thorough reports on the work performed and any deficiencies found utilizing Fike?s electronic field service platform. Travels up to 65-75% of the time, primarily domestic.

Primary ? Field Services (delivered on customer site):
Perform site inspections and prepare customer-friendly fire and explosion risk analysis, reports.

Coordinate with relevant regional manager(s) to generate a suitable proposal, addressing identified risks.

Safely and accurately perform on-site commissioning and preventative maintenance on electronic and mechanical fire and explosion protection equipment.

Secondary ? Workshop Operation (delivered in-house):
Use in-house equipment, including hoist, pneumatic equipment, and forklift to safely handle equipment, including gas transfer and pressurized containers.

Assemble, test, pack and prepare relevant customs and shipping documents to fulfil on-demand customer orders.

Help perform equipment demonstrations and training for visiting customers.

Maintain proper and safe housekeeping of the production floor.

Document inventory levels and manage inventory reorder points in coordination with Customer Services for on time stocks replenishment.

Essential Skills:
Subject Matter Understanding. Analytical. Computer Applications. Electrical/Electronic. Mechanical. Troubleshooting. Verbal and Written Communication. Presentation Skills. Initiative. Project Management.

Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, hear, see, sit and, use hands. Must be able to lift more than 75 pounds without the aid of equipment, climb ladders, and work in difficult situations such as elevated heights, off of man lifts, scaffolding, tight spaces, and ever changing environments. Must be able to travel for consecutive days.

Required Qualifications:
Capable of utilizing computer and mobile tools to effectively communicate via email, reports, presentations, procedures writing and conference calls. Licensed to drive within the UAE. Comfortable and experienced working on both mechanical and electronic systems. Strong fault finding, commissioning and maintenance background. Able to perform physically demanding tasks, occasionally in hot and humid Middle East summer weather. Capable of working safely at elevated heights and within confined spaces, when needed. Capable of traveling frequently, and occasionally within short notice, within the MEIA region, including remote locations. Capable of traveling to the US and/or Europe for training, when needed.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with fire and explosion protection systems is desirable. PLC and control system knowledge is desirable. Experience working in manufacturing or large-scale processing environments is desirable. CompEx / NFPA training and ATEX zoning experience are desirable.

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