Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level II

CertaSite, LLC

Role Overview: We are looking for a fire sprinkler service level II life safety technician to perform inspection, testing, service, and repairs of fire sprinkler systems and related components. This includes confirming compliance with applicable life-safety and fire-safety requirements as mandated by standards and codes, manufacturers requirements, federal, state, and local ordinances, customer requirements, and the expectations and requirements of the company. This is a fast paced and demanding role with high visibility within the company.

Company Perks

• Eligible to participate in the Technician Equity Bonus Program.
• Hourly rate starting at $28; compensation is based on experience and certifications.
• Level up training program.
• Education & Certification reimbursement program.
• Referral bonuses starting at $1,000 per referral.
• Comprehensive medical plan options, including dental and vision.
• 401K plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Management opportunities.
• Opportunities for overtime with incentives.
• Company giveaways.
• Opportunities for community service and charity involvement.
• Work at a mission-driven company, focused on people.
• Continued growth and expansion into new markets and products and services.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform inspection and testing of all types of fire sprinkler systems at the required frequencies in accordance with the requirements and instructions contained in NFPA 25.
• Troubleshoot and perform service and repair of fire sprinkler systems such as fire pumps and related components.
• Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations either electronically or manually.
• Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow up, quotes, questions, or concerns.
• Maintain vehicle in clean and orderly fashion. Keep vehicle stocked with parts, equipment, and supplies, necessary to perform the job.
• Maintain equipment and tools necessary to safely perform job.
• Evaluate customer site for additional equipment and services that customer may require.
• Work in compliance with the Company's safety program.
• Perform on-site and/or off-site (phone) emergency troubleshooting of sprinkler systems.
• Test backflow prevention devices as required by NFPA 25 and state and local codes.
• Separate certification requirements may be necessary based upon the jurisdiction.
• Discuss deficiencies noted with customer, explaining the problem and its resolution.
• There may be situations which require work on nights, weekends, and/or holidays. For some locations, these demands will be more frequent or required than others. Discuss this with your manager.
• Must be comfortable with heights, working on ladders or lifts, or in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• 2 years of water-based fire protection systems layout core and related work experience. This must include at least 12 months of core water-based fire protection systems layout experience, including the complete layout of NFPA 13D, 13R, and/or 13 sprinkler systems, application of design specifications to NFPA 13 sprinkler and/or standpipe systems, field surveys for NFPA 13D, 13R, and/or 13 systems and standpipe systems, and detailing for other types of systems.
• The two years may include up to 12 months of related work experience, as defined below.
• 1 year of related experience credit may be granted for 5 years of experience in any one or any combination of the following: Special hazards suppression systems installation.