Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Century Fire Protection; Pelham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Pelham, AL is seeking an experienced technician to service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA standards and local codes. You will read drawings, test backflow assemblies, perform system testing and corrective actions, and coordinate with inspectors and customers.

NICET certification is preferred and on‑call rotation may be required. This full‑time role includes on‑site work, safety training, and a benefits package

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 3+ years of fire sprinkler service or installation experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA standards and ability to read system drawings and specifications.
• NICET certification preferred (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance, and repair of fire sprinkler systems.
• Inspect, test, and repair backflow prevention assemblies.
• Diagnose system issues and identify required repairs or corrective actions.
• Conduct system testing, flushing, and functional checks.
• Document service activities, deficiencies, and corrective actions accurately.
• Communicate system status and service needs with customers and internal teams.
• Coordinate with inspectors, project managers, and other technicians as needed.
• Maintain service vehicles, tools, and inventory.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Support emergency and on‑call service requests as required.

Skills

NFPA standards knowledge

System troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma

NICET certification preferred

Job description

Summary

Responsible for servicing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing fire sprinkler systems to ensure proper operation and compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and company quality and safety requirements.

Division

Pelham, AL (Division 116)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance, and repair of fire sprinkler systems, including wet, dry, pre‑action, and deluge systems.
• Inspect, test, and repair backflow prevention assemblies, including troubleshooting failures and completing necessary repairs.
• Diagnose system issues and identify required repairs or corrective actions.
• Conduct system testing, flushing, and functional checks.
• Document service activities, deficiencies, and corrective actions accurately.
• Communicate system status and service needs with customers and internal teams.
• Coordinate with inspectors, project managers, and other technicians as needed.
• Maintain service vehicles, tools, and inventory.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Support emergency and on‑call service requests as required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma and 3+ years of fire sprinkler service or installation experience; strong knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and NFPA standards; ability to read and interpret system drawings and specifications; mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills; NICET certification preferred (or ability to obtain).

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills, including email.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, crouching/bending, climbing ladders, and working at heights; ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs; exposure to varying weather conditions, mechanical systems, and active facilities; overtime and on‑call rotation may be required.

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