Fire Sprinkler Service Technician - Experienced

Advanced Fire Protection Services, Inc; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA

Life Insurance

Long and Short Term Disability

401(k) with Company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Advanced Fire Protection Services, Inc. is seeking a Level 2 Sprinkler System Service Technician in Florida. The role involves repairing, maintaining, and renovating all types of fire protection systems, coordinating with monitoring companies and authorities, and preparing documentation and proposals.

A strong knowledge of NFPA codes and field coordination is essential. Qualified candidates have a HS diploma, valid driver's license, BASA/FASA certification, and 1 year of fire protection

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• BASA and FASA Certification.
• 1 year in related fire protection industry OR 3 years' experience in similar industry.
• Ability to be insured on company automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and renovate all types of fire protection systems
• Load and handle equipment as needed
• Inspect equipment
• Coordinate with monitoring companies, fire departments and other authorities to avoid false alarms and unreported true alarms
• Prepare reports
• Requisition materials and equipment anticipating future needs
• Service systems per manufacturer's maintenance manual, the law, and the adopted Standards of the National Fire Protection Association
• Complete follow-up documentation
• Prepare proposals
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with not more than 75% supervision

Skills

NFPA knowledge

sprinkler systems types

read plans

install underground

standpipe/pump systems

manage field personnel

customer interaction

English communication

code compliance

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

BASA and FASA Certification

Job description

Looking for highly motivated team members who want to be part of a leading fire protection company.

Must be dependable, self-starter, with a "Can Do" attitude to work efficiently within our fast-paced environment.

Work with a team of professionals.

Competitive pay with excellent earning potential and great benefits.

$22 -$40 per hour/DOE

The function of the Sprinkler System Service Technician Level 2 is to repair, maintain and renovate of all types fire protection systems to include intermediate field coordination, planning, and expediting of service orders and communication of job status to key AFPS staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Repair, maintain and renovate all types of fire protection systems
• Load and handle equipment as needed
• Inspect equipment
• Coordinate with monitoring companies, fire departments and other authorities to avoid false alarms and unreported true alarms
• Prepare reports
• Requisition materials and equipment anticipating future needs
• Service systems per manufacturer's maintenance manual, the law, and the adopted Standards of the National Fire Protection Association
• Complete follow-up documentation
• Prepare proposals
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with not more than 75% supervision

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, ETC:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to be insured on company automobile insurance
• Acceptable background check and drug screening
• BASA and FASA Certification
• 1 year in related fire protection industry OR 3 years' experience in similar industry

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic knowledge of code (NFPA 13,14,20,24,25)
• Intermediate knowledge of sprinkler head and hanger spacing, hazard classifications and obstructions
• Intermediate knowledge of different types of sprinkler systems such as wet, dry, and antifreeze systems
• Ability to read plans, specifications, proposals and technical manufacturer's data
• Capable of installing underground
• Basic understanding of standpipe and fire pump systems installations and operation
• Complete simple work orders with little supervision
• Basic ability to manage personnel in the field
• Ability to interact with customers in a professional manner
• The ability to communicate in English

• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, Long and Short Term Disability, 401(k) with Company match and paid time off.

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