Fire Sprinkler Technician – Install & Maintain Systems

Harvard Central Administration (CADM) Talent Acquisition; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Commuter benefits and campus perks

Job summary

Harvard University Central Administration (CADM) Talent Acquisition is seeking a skilled Fire Sprinkler Technician for a 12-month term position in Cambridge, MA. You will install, inspect, and repair water-based fire suppression systems and related piping, following NFPA standards and state building codes.

Responsibilities include maintaining plans, supporting customers, and working as part of a multi-trade team under supervision.

Qualifications

• Five years’ related experience installing, operating, troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing water-based fire suppression systems.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed plans, drawings, specifications and manuals.
• Effective communication with peers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, inspects and tests water-based fire suppression systems and equipment.
• Fabricates, installs, modifies and repairs piping systems.
• Inspects flow control valves, fire pumps and sprinkler devices.
• Performs installation, maintenance and inspections per NFPA, Life Safety Code, and Massachusetts Building Code.
• Interprets mechanical plans and prints; updates as necessary.
• Assists in inspection and testing of fire alarms, extinguishers, hydrants.
• Provides responsive customer support in building maintenance and operations.
• Advises customers on system solutions and follow-up on progress.
• May work independently or with a multi-trade team under supervision.
• Follows safety codes and maintains professional image.

Skills

Fire suppression systems

Reading plans

Communication

Diagnostic testing equipment

Tools

Tools proficiency

Job description

Harvard University Central Administration (CADM) Talent Acquisition is seeking a skilled Fire Sprinkler Technician for a 12-month term position in Cambridge, MA. You will install, inspect, and repair water-based fire suppression systems and related piping, following NFPA standards and state building codes.

Responsibilities include maintaining plans, supporting customers, and working as part of a multi-trade team under supervision.