Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

CENTURY FIRE PROTECTION LLC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Century Fire Protection LLC is seeking a Field Service Technician to service and repair fire sprinkler piping and systems in the Knoxville area. You will handle wet and dry sprinkler systems, read installation plans, and work with metal and PVC piping while following safety procedures.

The role requires 2-3 years of related experience (or equivalent training), a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work nights/weekends or emergency calls as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years related experience and/or training.
• Experience reading and interpreting fire sprinkler installation plans preferred.
• Experience with anti-freeze loops and pre-action systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair of wet fire sprinkler systems including pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads.
• Service and repair of dry fire sprinkler systems including pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads.
• Responsible for OS&Y valves including installation of repacking kits.
• Work with metal and plastic piping (PVC/CPVC).
• Service and repair air compressors and related controls.
• Service and repair fire pumps and related controls; secure pipes to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers.
• Test piping systems for leaks by pressurizing and checking gauges.
• Adhere to safety procedures.
• Ability to work extended hours or outside normal business hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to respond to emergency service/repair calls outside regular hours.

Skills

Reading plans

Troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Century Fire Protection Knoxville - Powell, TN 37849
Position Type: Full Time
Division 24 - Knoxville, TN

Summary

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

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

• 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!