May 6th, 2013
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (May 3, 2013) – LSS Life Safety Services, a leader in passive fire protection services, has welcomed Denise Piatt as their new Recruiting Manager. Denise will be responsible for expanding national recruiting efforts and delivering all facets of recruiting success throughout the organization.
Denise has over twelve years of Human Resources and Recruiting experience, and has worked for industry leading companies such as Kindred Healthcare and Elmcroft Senior Living. “Denise’s expertise extends beyond just filling positions as she has been involved with building new programs and processes in HR and Recruiting”, said Craig Rutledge, President of LSS. “We had another year of tremendous growth in 2012, and we believe that the trend will accelerate in 2013. Denise’s recruiting experience will allow us to put the right people in place to be ready for that continued growth.”
In her role of Recruiting Manager, Mrs. Piatt will develop national recruiting plans for the placement of permanent LSS employees’. This will be accomplished by employing traditional recruiting practices and resources as well as developing new, innovative recruiting ideas that will work with LSS’ niche market and operations strategies.
“While my background has been in healthcare, I am really excited to learn a new industry,” Denise said when asked about her new position at LSS Life Safety Services. “I love being able to help a company grow, and I also love the new challenge this position offers. I’m looking forward to being a part of the LSS family and to further contribute to this company’s growth”.
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact Lori Wood, lwood@lifesafetyservices.com or visit www.LifeSafetyServices.com.
About Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes fire damper inspections, fire door inspections, firestop survey and firestop installation services to commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®.
May 2nd, 2013
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 30, 2013) – LSS Life Safety Services (LSS), a leader in passive fire protection inspection services, announced today that Mrs. Emily Lagler has joined the company as the new Customer Service and Special Project Manager. Emily will be responsible for helping maintain LSS ‘commitment to creating solid partnerships with facilities throughout the United States and Canada by promoting exceptional customer service for the company.
Emily has immediately been tasked with mapping out current business work flows to aid the recruiting department in hiring efforts. As LSS Life Safety Services continues to grow, she will assist in other areas, such as scheduling and workflow, to help the Operations Department manage the increased workload. “Emily’s role is instrumental in helping the Operations Department run seamlessly with the other areas of the company,“ said Craig Rutledge, President of LSS. “The Ops Department always faces challenges because it has so many moving parts and is changing on a daily basis. Emily’s strong problem solving skills and excellent leadership skills will ultimately allow our Operations Department to be fluent in a constantly changing industry.”
Emily has had nearly 15 years of customer service experience, along with three years of marketing experience. She previously worked as an Assistant Manager and Regional Marketing Representative in the restaurant industry, and was an Assistant Customer Service Manager in the grocery industry.
“I am coming to LSS Life Safety Services eager to learn and I am ready to work with the rest of the LSS team and help them take this company to the next level”, Emily stated. “Customers are why we have a job – I strive to go above and beyond the customers’ expectations. I believe in thoroughly training employees and giving them as much information as possible. In turn, this will provide them with the tools they need to provide first-class customer service. “
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact Lori Wood, lwood@lifesafetyservices.com or visit www.LifeSafetyServices.com.
About Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in fire damper inspections, fire door inspections, firestop survey and firestop installation services to commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®
May 2nd, 2013
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 2, 2013) – LSS Life Safety Services, an industry leader in fire damper inspections, fire door inspections and firestop survey and installation services, has welcomed Kevin Turay as its new Vice President of Operations. Kevin brings with him many years of experience in Operations Management and is an integral part of LSS Life Safety Services’ overall growth plan.
As the National Inspections Manager for SimplexGrinnell for 37 years, Mr. Turay performed numerous roles that will be extremely beneficial to LSS. “Kevin’s hands-on experience in the field allows him direct reference to the work LSS’ inspection technicians perform every day”, said Craig Rutledge, President of LSS. “This will ultimately allow him to be an exceptional Manager to our technicians because he has the technical knowledge they need in a mentor.”
Mr. Turay was indirectly involved with LSS Life Safety Services for a number of years during his tenure with SimplexGrinnell, whom LSS has a strong working relationship with to this day.“I am extremely excited to be working with LSS Life Safety Services, and I am very happy to be joining the family”, said Kevin Turay. “LSS is a company that we can take pride in working for because it is healthy and growing, and there are not a lot of companies that cannot make that claim”.
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services or other information about passive fire protection inspection services, please call 1-888-675-4519 or visit http://www.lifesafetyservices.com.
About Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes fire damper inspections, fire door inspections, firestop survey and firestop installation services to commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®
February 21st, 2013
Louisville Ky. (February 12, 2013)-LSS Life Safety Services, an industry leader in passive fire protection services, has welcomed Rashad Taylor as its new IT Manager. Rashad will be responsible for all in house IT support for LSS Life Safety Services.
Before joining the LSS team, Rashad held multiple IT positions, including owning his own computer repair and sales company. Also, his previous work experience at Geek Squad has allowed him to become very familiar with all different IT systems. His quick learning abilities and problem solving skills will prove to be very beneficial to the LSS Life Safety Services team.
In talking about his new position at LSS Life Safety Services, Rashad said, “I’m excited to begin working with LSS because it allows me to branch out and tackle different IT responsibilities. I’m eager to work with multiple computers and systems on a daily basis. It’ll be an exciting challenge for me, and I am looking forward to being able to contribute to the LSS Life Safety Services team.”
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact Lori Wood, lwood@lifesafetyservices.com or visit www.LifeSafetyServices.com.
About LSS Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in the inspection and repair of fire and smoke dampers, fire doors, firestopping and commissioning services in commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®
February 21st, 2013
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 15th, 2013)- LSS Life Safety Services (LSS), a leader in passive fire protection inspection services, has welcomed Damon Pitts as its new Account Executive in the Southwest Region. Damon will be responsible for current business and business development in both Texas and Oklahoma.
Damon has an abundance of previous sales experience specific to Life Safety and fire protection. Having held a previous sales position at SimplexGrinnell, Damon is very knowledgeable of the codes that dictate this industry. Damon also specializes in Territory Growth Management, which will be crucial to the success of this position.
When asked about beginning his position at LSS Life Safety Services, Damon said, “I am very excited to join a winning team in LSS Life Safety Services. When embarking upon opportunities, becoming employed with the industry leader is the goal, of which LSS Life Safety Services have successfully positioned themselves as. I am thankful for the opportunities, and appreciate the warm support from the LSS team.”
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact Lori Wood, lwood@lifesafetyservices.com or visit www.LifeSafetyServices.com.
About LSS Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in the inspection and repair of fire and smoke dampers, fire doors, firestopping and commissioning services in commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®