Fire Sprinkler Technician

Impact Fire Services; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Impact Fire Services is seeking skilled technicians to inspect, install, and repair Wet, Dry, Pre-action, Deluge and Foam sprinkler systems in Massachusetts and CT. You will test and rebuild backflow preventers, and ensure systems operate reliably.

Responsibilities include installing components per NFPA guidelines, managing on-site safety, maintaining inventory, and completing NFPA certification and life safety testing as required.

Qualifications

• MA technicians must hold MA Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter License.
• CT technicians must hold CT Sprinkler License.
• Experience with Fire and Life Safety Systems is required.
• Must be able to obtain state Sprinkler/Backflow Licenses.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to inspect/service systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes is essential.
• May need to use sprinkler pipe threader.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect systems, disable horns and strobes, notify alarm company/fire dept.
• Install sprinkler systems and components per NFPA guidance.
• Install/replace wet, dry, pre-action, deluge and foam systems.
• Repair/replace sprinkler system components as needed.
• Repair/replace and rebuild backflow preventers.
• Prepare pipe and stock inventory for jobs.
• Work efficiently to complete jobs on schedule.
• Maintain vehicle and organize tools.
• Manage on-site installation safely and professionally.
• Complete NFPA certification and life safety testing.

Skills

MA Licenses

CT Licenses

Fire Sprinkler Experience

Backflow Service

NFPA Knowledge

Mechanical Aptitude

Inspection Skills

Driver's License

Education

MA Journeyman License

CT Sprinkler License

NICET Certification

NICET Layout Certification

Job description

Become a Shared Owner of Impact Fire!!!

$38.00 an hour to $50.00 an hour plus performance bonus potential!

$10,000 sign-on bonus based on experience!

Relocation Assistance is available for qualified candidates

Responsible for inspection, installation, and repair of Wet, Dry, Pre-action, Deluge and Foam systems; Testing, rebuilding and/or replacing Backflow Preventers. Responsible for identifying trouble areas and performing service in an efficient and professional manner to ensure that sprinkler systems are operating properly.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform visual inspection of system, disabling horn & strobes, and alerting alarm company and fire department.
• Install/hang sprinkler systems and their components per NFPA and engineering guidelines.
• Install or replace wet, dry, pre-action, deluge and foam systems as needed.
• Repair and/or replace all sprinkler systems components.
• Repair, replace and rebuild backflow preventers as necessary.
• Prepare sprinkler pipe, using threader when needed, and stock truck with inventory required to perform the job.
• Work efficiently and utilize resources to complete jobs in a timely manner.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and keep work truck clean and organized.
• Manage inventory and tools for each job to ensure proper parts and tools are on hand.
• Manage the installation job site in an efficient and safe manner keeping it clean, organized, & professional.
• Complete NFPA certification and life safety testing, maintaining current knowledge of NFPA code.

Qualifications:

• Massachusetts Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter License Required for MA Technicians
• Connecticut Fire Sprinkler License Required for CT Technicians
• 1-3 years field experience in Fire Sprinkler and Backflow systems service.
• Fire and /or Life Safety Systems experience.
• Must have or be able & willing to attain state Sprinkler and/or Backflow License.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
• Must have a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to visually inspect and service sprinkler and backflow systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes.
• May (often will) require ability to effectively use a Sprinkler Pipe Threader.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success in performance of Sprinkler inspection, installation, and service is highly preferred.
• NICET Certification in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems and/or Water-Based Systems Layout, preferred.