Job Description
Do you want to work a highly desirable 4 x 10 schedule? Look no further!
Hiring bonus available for right candidate!
Job Summary-
The Fire Sprinkler Technician is responsible for inspecting, servicing, and troubleshooting Fire Sprinkler systems and devices to the prescribed NFPA standards, as well as hose systems, fire mains, backflows, fire pumps and hood systems. The Fire Sprinkler Technician uses mechanical aptitude to understand how to operate and repair fire suppression equipment, as well as a working knowledge of fire suppression systems.
Duties and Responsibilities-
- Test and inspect the operability of water-based systems and/or sprinkler systems, and backflows.
- Perform system tests for leaks, pressure issues and water flow issues using air and liquid pressure equipment
- Make repairs by replacing Fire Sprinkler heads, pressure gauges, control valves, water flow switches, and backflows, etc.
- Ability to communicate with office staff and service technicians the precise materials needed to repair defective systems
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with fire alarm inspectors
- Weld and solder pipes to create joints and attach pipes to fixtures
- Clean and modify current sprinkler systems
- Ability to turn off and on sprinkler systems as well as drain
- Ensure compliance to fire codes
- Demonstrate systems for customers and explain causes and consequences of false alarms and educate customers on preventative care and maintenance
- Complete and produce timely reports that are accurate and detailed
- Stay current with code requirements and industry changes per NFPA 72
- Attend and complete all required safety training
- Perform other related duties as assigned or required
Qualifications-
- Works effectively/efficiently while performing all aspects of the required job
- Knowledge of various fire systems and tools
- Ability to use a computer
- Detail-oriented/high precision
- Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and climb ladders multiple times a day
- Ability to travel to multiple job sites each day
Requirements-
- Seven (7) years previous relevant work experience
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability to pass a drug screen
- Able to carry and move tools and equipment up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work flexible hours including on-call rotation, nights and weekends to meet customer needs
Preferences-
- CSA certification
- NICET II certification
- Backflow certification a plus
- Knowledge working in ServiceTrade
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Benefits-
- Competitive Pay
- Monday – Thursday workweek
- Company vehicle and tools provided
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- On call pay
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
- 8 Paid Holidays
- 401K
Job Type: Full-time
CORE VALUES:
Elevated Unity:
-We support each other no matter what
-We seamlessly communicate
-We are flexibly hardworking