Fire Sprinkler Technician

Become a Shared Owner of Impact Fire!!!

$38.00 an hour to $50.00 an hour plus performance bonus potential!

$10,000 sign-on bonus based on experience!

Relocation Assistance is available for qualified candidates

Responsible for inspection, installation, and repair of Wet, Dry, Pre-action, Deluge and Foam systems; Testing, rebuilding and/or replacing Backflow Preventers. Responsible for identifying trouble areas and performing service in an efficient and professional manner to ensure that sprinkler systems are operating properly.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform visual inspection of system, disabling horn & strobes, and alerting alarm company and fire department.
• Install/hang sprinkler systems and their components per NFPA and engineering guidelines.
• Install or replace wet, dry, pre-action, deluge and foam systems as needed.
• Repair and/or replace all sprinkler systems components.
• Repair, replace and rebuild backflow preventers as necessary.   
• Prepare sprinkler pipe, using threader when needed, and stock truck with inventory required to perform the job.
• Work efficiently and utilize resources to complete jobs in a timely manner.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and keep work truck clean and organized.
• Manage inventory and tools for each job to ensure proper parts and tools are on hand.
• Manage the installation job site in an efficient and safe manner keeping it clean, organized, & professional.
• Complete NFPA certification and life safety testing, maintaining current knowledge of NFPA code.

Qualifications:

• Massachusetts Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter License Required for MA Technicians
• Connecticut Fire Sprinkler License Required for CT Technicians
• 1-3 years field experience in Fire Sprinkler and Backflow systems service.
• Fire and /or Life Safety Systems experience.
• Must have or be able & willing to attain state Sprinkler and/or Backflow License.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to visually inspect and service sprinkler and backflow systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes.
• May (often will) require ability to effectively use a Sprinkler Pipe Threader.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success in performance of Sprinkler inspection, installation, and service is highly preferred.
• NICET Certification in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems and/or Water-Based Systems Layout, preferred.