Plumbing Technician

Plumbing Technician

BME Fire Trucks is more than a fire truck manufacturer. We opened our doors over 30 years ago because of our respect and admiration for the fire industry. Each and every apparatus that leaves our facility is built with its end-use in mind. Our team prides itself in building something that protects and serves departments across the US and Canada. BME has manufactured apparatus for CAL FIRE, BLM, USFS, and municipal fire departments across the US and is the branded leader in wildland fire apparatus.

Being a family-owned company, we make sure that people are at the foundation of our business. From dealer to department, every person that walks through our doors will always be treated like family. We will always work with you and your department to ensure you have what you need for the frontlines.

Every apparatus that leaves our facility is inspected for safety, durability, and performance. Our mission is to continue innovating fire apparatus so that it will perform no matter the severity of the fire season. That's the BME difference.

BME Fire Trucks is seeking skilled Plumbing Technicians with experience. We are a locally owned Fire Truck manufacturer in Boise, Idaho. BME manufactures wildland fire apparatus used in the US and Canada for wildland fire suppression. Be a part of something that makes a difference in saving lives, homes, and our amazing recreational areas. As a plumbing technician, you will read and understand blueprints and collect the proper materials needed to start the pump plumbing assembly process. You will use hand and power tools to complete their tasks. You must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing pipe for plumbing installation including cutting and threading
• Performing hydrostatic leak tests and recording results
• Repairing any identified leaks
• Installing plastic/rubber pneumatic gauge tubing and making connections
• Fitting and installing pump panel and mechanical linkages
• Performing tack-welding for pipe and bracketry
• Performing vacuum tests and recording results
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and 3D drawing models
• Creating custom fabrication, such as brackets and pipe routing

What it takes to catch our eye:

• Ability to measure accurately to 1/16"
• Proficient using pneumatic or battery powered hand tools (ex. drilling, grinding, reciprocating saws)
• 3 or more years demonstrated mechanical experience in areas such as: Automotive, Machinery applications (ie: farming, race cars, auto maintenance, etc), Residential plumbing, Natural (utilities) gas/water plumbing
• Ability to perform plumbing and welding functions

This is a full-time permanent position located on site in Boise, Idaho. We offer excellent compensation and full benefits including health, dental, vision and 401k.