Field Technician Ii - Fire Suppression - Grantsville, Md

Overview
Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Manufacturing, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.
The general role of the Field Technician II - Fire Suppression is to provide general labor and materials handling in support of the Fire Suppression operation. The work will be conducted in commercial, industrial, and underground facilities. This position must possess a thorough understanding of all aspects of Fire Suppression and demonstrates proficiency with the products and service equipment associated with Fire Suppression.
This position will require a flexible schedule that may include extended hours, weekends, holidays, and evenings.
The Field Technician II will report to the Assistant Division Manager and will work primarily out of their assigned location.
Perks/Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Health/Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short/Long term disability
  • Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
• Employee focused work environment
  • On-the-job mentoring and training
  • Internal job postings
  • Performance and salary reviews
  • Employee feedback program
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
  • Bonuses and incentives for working safely
  • Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
  • PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
  • Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Responsibilities

• Inspect, install, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and repair fire detection and suppression systems.
• Install hangars following code requirements
• Lead basic jobs with minimal supervision
• Plan and assemble material lists
• Gather information for bids
• Troubleshoot electronic fire alarm detection and suppression equipment at customer sites
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specification, schematics, and operational product manuals
• Prepare associated paperwork and forms for customer service and project activities in a timely manner as required
• Communicate with Project Managers, Planners, Project Engineers, and other field personnel regarding duties and relevant issues
• Follow proper safety and incident reporting procedures
• Analyze, solve, and correct customer issues
• Continue to maintain and acquire manufacturer's certifications such as: Victaulic Vortex, Kiddie Systems, Ansul Systems, etc.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to lesser experienced Fire Suppression Technicians

Other Duties
This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications

• 2+ years of knowledge and experience in plumbing on Fire Suppression systems including wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, deluge, and fixed fire extinguishing systems is preferred
• Must be willing to attend training and remain updated with regard to industry standards and requirements to include the MSHA 40-hour, Black Hat certification, underground training, state specific trainings and manufacturer certifications
• Possess manufacturers certifications such as: Victaulic Vortex, Kiddie Systems, Ansul Systems, etc. preferred
• Possess a thorough understanding of the principles of fire protection and fire alarm systems
• Possesses a technical and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 25 and other applicable standards
• Possesses a familiarity of electric and diesel fire pumps
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and schematics
• Must be willing to attend training and remain updated with regard to industry standards and requirements

Working Conditions

• Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Perform duties on-site at industrial, commercial, and residential locations
• Perform work underground and at heights for extended periods of time

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company's Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.
AAP/EEO Statement
This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law.
ADA Statement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.