Job Description
Position Summary
The purpose of the Fire Suppression Technician is to provide installation, inspection, service and/or repair of Fire Extinguishers and any Pre-Engineered Suppression Systems and/or Fire Alarm & Security system with minimal supervision.
This position reports to the Fire Suppression Manager, or Fire Suppression Operations Manager, as assigned.
This position will not be assigned direct reports.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
State or any required certification, preferred.
Experience:
2 Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.
2 years of professional computer skills
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Must be able to travel 90% of the time.
Duties and Responsibilities
Use required tools and test equipment such as power machines groovers, cutters, band saw, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and/or fire alarm & security systems components.
Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and/or fire alarm & security systems.
Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.
Repair or replace damaged components of pre-engineered suppression systems as well as fire extinguishers and/or fire alarm & security systems.
Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.
Complete documentation on work orders
Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS