Fire Protection Technician — Field Service & Growth

Encore Fire Protection; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 103,320,000 - 123,984,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition Assistance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Job summary

Encore Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Suppression Service Technician to inspect, test, service, and maintain fire suppression systems and extinguishers in commercial and industrial settings. This field-based role offers hands-on training and opportunities to grow with mentorship and tools provided to perform effectively.

The position emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and customer-focused service, with travel within the assigned territory and a competitive hourly rate around $40/hour.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in fire suppression service.
• High school diploma or GED; technical experience preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with interest in hands-on life safety work.
• Comfort using hand tools and basic equipment.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on ladders or in confined spaces.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and recharge kitchen and industrial fire suppression systems and portable fire extinguishers.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair fire suppression systems in commercial and industrial settings.
• Ensure all work meets NFPA and local code requirements.
• Document work performed and communicate findings, recommendations, and next steps with customers and internal teams.
• Represent Encore professionally on every job site and provide a customer-focused experience.
• Work independently in the field and as part of a team to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of NFPA 17A, 96 and other fire protection codes.
• Experience reading blueprints or simple drawings and using hand tools or machinery.
• Prior exposure to fire suppression systems or life safety equipment.

Skills

Fire suppression service

Hand tools

Documentation

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools usage

Job description

Encore Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Suppression Service Technician to inspect, test, service, and maintain fire suppression systems and extinguishers in commercial and industrial settings. This field-based role offers hands-on training and opportunities to grow with mentorship and tools provided to perform effectively.

The position emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and customer-focused service, with travel within the assigned territory and a competitive hourly rate around $40/hour.