Fire Sprinkler Technician

JM Electronic Engineering; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JM Electronic Engineering is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Service Technician in Pflugerville, TX. This full-time role involves installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems, primarily in the local area.

Ideal candidates must hold an RME-I license and bring at least 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include hands-on tasks from system installations to thorough inspections, ensuring compliance with NFPA codes. Join a dedicated team committed to safety and quality service.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid RME-I license.
• Minimum 2 years of fire sprinkler fitting, inspection or service experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Install overhead steel piping systems as well as residential systems.
• Install and service underground pipes and system riser components.
• Fabricate and assemble pipes to exact specifications.
• Inspect and test installed systems for code compliance.

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Pipefitting tools

Job description

Fire Sprinkler Service Technician / Fitter (RME-I Required)

Company: JM Electronic Engineering Inc. www.JMEE.com

Location: Pflugerville, TX (Office-based, servicing surrounding areas)

Job Type: Full-time (8-hour shift, Monday–Friday)

Schedule: Includes an On-Call rotation with Double Pay

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Being self‑motivated and self‑reliant.
• Technical savviness and a strong appetite for continuous learning.
• Enjoying hands‑on work and critical problem‑solving.

What You Can Expect to Accomplish in Your First Year

• Completion of Apprenticeship Levels 1 and 2.
• Completion of OSHA 10‑Hour training.
• Mastering the basics of pipefitting and learning to read/comprehend installation drawings.
• Developing a strong working understanding of NFPA 13 and code compliance.

Requirements

• License: Must possess a valid RME-I (Responsible Managing Employee – Inspector) license.
• Experience: 2 years minimum of fire sprinkler fitting, inspection and/or service.
• Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent (Required).
• Age: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Core Skills: Ability to read, write, and speak English; well‑developed active listening, critical thinking, and deductive reasoning skills.
• Traits: Dependability, strong personal values, and a dedication to working with honesty and integrity at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation: Install overhead steel piping (wet, dry, pre‑action, deluge, fire pump, standpipe, and hose systems) as well as residential systems (CPVC and copper).
• Underground & Valves: Install and service underground pipes (private fire mains, hydrants, pits, control valves) and system riser components (alarm valves, dry pipe valves, backflow preventers).
• Fabrication & Assembly: Cut, thread, groove, and bend pipe to exact specifications. Assemble and secure pipes and fixtures using brackets, clamps, welding, brazing, or cementing.
• Testing & Inspection: Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, and visual observations to ensure full code compliance.