Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Century Fire Protection; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking a skilled fire sprinkler technician in the Orlando–Sanford, FL area to service and repair wet and dry sprinkler piping systems, fixtures and related components. You will work with PVC/CPVC piping, perform testing for leaks, and handle OS&Y valves and repacking kits as needed.

Extended hours and on-call availability are required. Pre-employment drug screen and clean MVR are required; 2–3 years of related experience or a GED is preferred, with experience reading

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Service and repair wet fire sprinkler systems, including piping, fittings, valves and sprinkler heads.
• Service and repair dry fire sprinkler systems and associated components.
• Work with OS&Y valves and repacking kits as needed.
• Install and secure piping using clamps, brackets and hangers; test for leaks.
• Operate and maintain air compressors and related controls.
• Test piping systems for leaks by pressurizing and reading gauges.
• Adhere to safety procedures and work extended hours including nights and weekends.

Skills

Reading sprinkler installation plans

Troubleshooting sprinkler systems

Piping tools (PVC/CPVC)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PVC/CPVC piping tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Century Fire Protection Orlando - Sanford, FL 32771

Position Type: Full Time

Div. 49 Orlando, FL

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.

Agency Notice

Agency Submissions: Century Fire Protection does not accept unsolicited resumes from external Headhunters, staffing agencies or search firms. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered property of the company, and no fees will be paid.

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!