Field Fire Suppression Technician – Mining Systems

State Fire; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance $50K

Job summary

State Fire is seeking a dedicated Fire Suppression Technician to join our team in Utah. You will inspect, maintain, and service heavy equipment fire suppression systems—primarily in the mining industry. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Ideal candidates bring mechanical aptitude, experience with tools, and a customer-focused mindset. Regional travel with overnight stays up to a week is required; valid driver’s license and background screening are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with ability to use hand and battery-operated tools.
• Welding and maintenance experience preferred.
• Comfortable with basic computer and mobile apps.
• Customer service mindset and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and service dry chemical, clean agent, and special hazard fire suppression systems.
• Inspect and replace fire suppression tanks, cartridges, and control unit batteries.
• Perform semi-annual system maintenance, including hoses, discharge lines, nozzles, and detection loops.
• Maintain data logs and control unit information.
• Conduct electronic and manual actuator testing to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform annual extinguisher inspections and monthly fire pump runs.
• Travel regionally, with overnight stays up to a week.
• Communicate daily with site planners and use time-tracking and field service apps.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Welding experience

Tool use

Independent worker

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Field service apps

Job description

State Fire is seeking a dedicated Fire Suppression Technician to join our team in Utah. You will inspect, maintain, and service heavy equipment fire suppression systems—primarily in the mining industry. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Ideal candidates bring mechanical aptitude, experience with tools, and a customer-focused mindset. Regional travel with overnight stays up to a week is required; valid driver’s license and background screening are part of the process.