Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

CENTURY FIRE PROTECTION LLC; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Fire Protection Orlando - Sanford, FL is seeking a Full Time Fire Sprinkler Technician responsible for service and repair of wet and dry sprinkler systems, OS&Y valves, and associated piping. You will work with PVC/CPVC piping, test systems for leaks, and respond to emergency calls, often outside normal hours.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of related experience; experience reading installation plans is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, 2–3 years related experience or training.
• 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 and components.
• Service and repair dry fire sprinkler systems and components.
• Work with OS&Y valves and repacking kits.
• Install and work with metal and plastic piping (PVC/CPVC).
• Test piping systems for leaks and monitor pressure gauges.
• Adhere to safety procedures.
• Work extended hours and respond to emergency service calls outside normal hours.

Skills

Fire sprinkler systems

Maintenance work

Reading blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Pressure gauges

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 include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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!