Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Century Fire Protection; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking a skilled technician for on-site service and repair of fire sprinkler piping and related systems in Hickory, NC. The role involves maintaining wet and dry sprinkler networks, working with valves, and handling metal and plastic piping, with occasional after-hours and emergency calls.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 2–3 years of related experience, and the ability to read sprinkler installation plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of related experience or training.
• Experience reading and interpreting fire sprinkler installation plans preferred.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair wet fire sprinkler systems and components.
• Service and repair dry fire sprinkler systems and sprinkler heads.
• Work with OS&Y valves and install repacking kits.
• Work with metal and plastic pipes (e.g., PVC/CPVC).
• Service and repair air compressors and associated controls.
• Test piping systems for leaks and monitor gauges.
• Adhere to safety procedures and work extended hours when needed.
• Respond to emergency service and repair calls outside normal hours.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-3 years related experience and/or training

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience reading and interpreting fire sprinkler installation plans

Job description

Summary

Responsible service and repair of fire sprinkler piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems.

Division 9 - Hickory, NC

Responsible service and repair of fire sprinkler piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Service and repair of wet fire sprinkler systems including the associated pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads.
• Service and repair of dry fire sprinkler systems including the associated pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads.
• Responsible for OS&Y valves including the installation of a repacking kit
• Working with metal and plastic (such as PVC and CPVC) pipe
• Service and repair of air compressors and associated controls
• Service and repair fire pumps and associated controls Securing pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools.
• Testing piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges.
• Adhere to safety procedures.
• Must be able to regularly work extended business hours or hours outside of normal business hours, such as late at night, early in the morning, and weekends.
• Must be able to regularly accept and work emergency service and repair calls from the dispatcher outside of normal business hours including late at night, early in the morning, and weekends.

Additional Requirements

Pre-employment Drug Screen, Clean MVR.

Education And/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with anti-freeze loops and pre-action systems a plus. Experience reading and interpreting fire sprinkler installation plans preferred.

What's In It For You?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!