Fire Sprinkler Technician

BM Plumbing Team; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay based on experience and certifications

Consistent commercial project work

Opportunity to grow with a professional fire protection team

Job summary

BM Plumbing Team is seeking Fire Sprinkler Technicians in Youngstown, Ohio. Applicants must have an active Ohio State Fire Marshal Category 1 certification and at least 2 years of field experience. Responsibilities include installing, modifying, and repairing fire sprinkler systems according to NFPA 13 standards. Technicians with Category 3 certification may handle commercial fire pump installations. Competitive pay and opportunities for growth with a professional team are offered.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio State Fire Marshal Individual Certification – Category 1 required.
• Minimum 2 years of field experience installing fire protection systems.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13 and the Ohio Fire Code.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and repair commercial fire sprinkler systems.
• Coordinate final walkthroughs for fire department approvals.
• Perform hydrostatic testing and assist with system inspections.

Skills

Installation of fire sprinkler systems

Cutting and assembling piping

Hydrostatic testing

Knowledge of NFPA 13

Education

Ohio State Fire Marshal Category 1 certification

Ohio State Fire Marshal Category 3 certification

Job description

Position Requirements and Responsibilities

• We are looking for Fire Sprinkler Technicians to join our team in Youngstown, Ohio.
• An active Ohio State Fire Marshal Category 1 certification is required for this position.
• Technicians will install, modify, and repair commercial fire sprinkler systems while working from approved plans and hydraulic calculations to ensure systems pass local fire department inspections.
• Technicians who also hold a Category 3 Fire Pump certification may assist with commercial fire pump installations and qualify for the top end of the pay range.

Key Duties and Technical Standards

• Install, modify, and repair commercial fire sprinkler systems
• Cut, thread, and assemble steel and CPVC sprinkler piping
• Install wet and dry sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 13 standard
• Perform hydrostatic testing and assist with system inspections

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate final walkthroughs for fire department approvals
• Install and test commercial fire pumps (Category 3 certified technicians)

Essential Qualifications

• Active Ohio State Fire Marshal Individual Certification – Category 1 (Required)
• Minimum 2 years of field experience installing fire protection systems
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13 and the Ohio Fire Code
• Valid driver\'s license and reliable transportation

Advantageous Certifications

• Ohio State Fire Marshal Category 3 Certification (Fire Pumps)
• Holding both Category 1 and Category 3 certifications qualifies for the top end of the pay range

Benefits and Growth Opportunities

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and certifications
• Consistent commercial project work
• Opportunity to grow with a professional fire protection team