Fire Protection Systems Technician I

Skookum; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Health & Welfare Benefit

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Tessera seeks an experienced Fire Suppression Technician at Silverdale, WA. The role inspects and maintains complex water-based systems, including AFFF deluge, ensuring compliance with NFPA/UFC codes. Requires NICET II and BAT within 1 year.

Full-time, on-site with a comprehensive benefits package and earnings around hourly rates. Eligible for professional development and a supportive, mission-driven workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in fire protection technology or a related field.
• NICET II certification required.
• Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certification required within 1 year.
• Knowledge of local fire codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to read manufacturer manuals and water schematics.

Responsibilities

• Test and inspect building water-base fire protection systems.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on fire protection systems (AFFF Deluge, Low-Expansion Foam, Pre-Action, Dry, Water Mist).
• Assist in adjustment, repair, or replacement of leaky joints, pipes, valves and related equipment.
• Investigate obstructions and impairments; ensure NFPA and UFC code compliance.
• Operate required tools and equipment; perform routine maintenance on systems.

Skills

Fire protection knowledge

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Education

Highschool Diploma/GED

Job description

Tessera seeks an experienced Fire Suppression Technician at Silverdale, WA. The role inspects and maintains complex water-based systems, including AFFF deluge, ensuring compliance with NFPA/UFC codes. Requires NICET II and BAT within 1 year.

Full-time, on-site with a comprehensive benefits package and earnings around hourly rates. Eligible for professional development and a supportive, mission-driven workplace environment.