Fire Sprinkler Helper

Metro Fire and Security; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Metro Fire + Security is a full-service fire protection company offering statewide service in Texas and neighboring states. The Laborer role focuses on learning fire inspection, sprinkler, alarm, backflow systems, and will shadow technicians to perform diverse tasks.

A candidate should be willing to learn, stay hands-on in challenging environments, and aspire to grow within Metro Fire.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Texas Fire certifications within first 120 days of employment.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Willingness to travel to multiple job sites and work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, suppression, backflow, etc. system inspections, installations, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Conduct fire inspections for existing structures, renovations, and new construction.
• Test and perform maintenance of fire pumps.
• Flow testing and maintenance of fire hydrants.
• Keep tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, preventive maintenance.
• Welcome and assist with deliveries; ensure shipments are staged properly.
• Stage parts and equipment according to service tickets; keep warehouse organized and clean.
• Stay current with code requirements and industry changes; attend safety training.

Education

High school diploma/ GED

Tools

Profit Zoom

Building Reports

Paylocity

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Metro Fire + Security has been serving Arizona since 1972. We are a full-service fire protection company that offers statewide service in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas We are a family-owned business that prides itself on customer service and integrity. Our staff of friendly and experienced professionals are dedicated to proving quality service.

Description

Metro Fire + Security has been serving Arizona since 1972. We are a full-service fire protection company that offers statewide service in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada and Texas We are a family-owned business that prides itself on customer service and integrity. Our staff of friendly and experienced professionals are dedicated to proving quality service.

From initially selling and servicing fire extinguishers, we have transformed ourselves into a full-service fire and life safety corporation. We now specialize in sprinkler system testing, repair and installation, kitchen and restaurant systems, fire alarm design, installation and service, backflow prevention devices, full service alarm monitoring, fire pump repair and installation, and underground hydrant repairs and installation, among the many services we offer.

Great company culture with room to grow.

A Helper is primarily responsible for learning the fire inspection, sprinkler, alarm, backflow, etc. systems quickly. As a Laborer you will receive directions from Technicians on what work needs to be completed and will shadow Technicians to learn how to perform various types of work. A desired candidate takes direction well from team members, is willing to learn, is unafraid of getting dirty, is willing to perform the full job despite site and weather conditions, is willing to gain certifications, and has a strong desire to grow within Metro Fire.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, suppression, backflow, etc. system inspections, installations, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades
• Conduct fire inspections for existing structures, renovations, and new construction
• Test and perform maintenance of fire pumps
• Flow testing and perform maintenance of fire hydrants
• Keep tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, etc.
• Welcome and assist with deliveries
• Ensure shipments received are placed on the proper job staging shelf and/ or department
• Stage parts and equipment according to service tickets
• Perform regular audits of inventory and update company systems to reflect inventory on hand
• Ensure warehouse is organized and clean – ground is clear of debris, empty boxes are broken down and disposed of shelves are organized, etc.
• Stay current with code requirements and industry changes
• Attend and complete all training, including safety training

Requirements

• Perform other related duties as assigned or required
• Valid driver’s license
• Authorized to work in the USA
• High school diploma/ GED
• Able to travel to multiple job sites each day
• Able to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders multiple times a day
• Able to work flexible hours including on-call rotation, nights, and weekends to meet customer needs
• Able to carry and move equipment and tools that weigh up to 100 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions – climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Must obtain required Texas Fire certifications within first 120 days of employment; willing to learn and gain additional certifications throughout employment.
• High precision/ detail-oriented
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of fire systems and tools
• Works effectively and efficiently while performing all aspects of the required job

Preferred

• RME-I License, Backflow cert
• OSHA Certification
• CSA Certification
• NICET Certification
• Knowledge working in Profit Zoom, Building Reports, and Paylocity
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) matching