Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Century Fire Protection; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced technician to service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair fire sprinkler systems to ensure NFPA compliance and safe facility operation.

You will diagnose issues, perform testing, and coordinate with inspectors and customers, with on-call rotation and adherence to OSHA safety policies. Requires 3+ years in fire sprinkler service or installation; High school diploma; NICET preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance, and repair of fire sprinkler systems (wet/dry/pre-action/deluge).
• Inspect, test, and repair backflow prevention assemblies; troubleshoot failures and complete 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.

Skills

Fire sprinkler systems

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & specs

NFPA standards knowledge

System testing

Documentation

Customer communication

Safety compliance

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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/or Experience

High school 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, 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.