Fire Suppression Technician

Safety Control, LLC.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company car

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

A leading fire safety contractor is seeking a Fire Suppression Technician in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This role requires expertise in inspecting, installing, and maintaining fire safety systems. Candidates should possess a current FEL-A license and strong knowledge of NFPA codes. The position offers competitive hourly pay, career advancement opportunities, and benefits including a company vehicle. Join a company committed to integrity and excellence in service delivery across Texas.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of fire suppression systems and applicable NFPA codes and standards.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• High proficiency with hand tools and testing equipment.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• High proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
• Excellent troubleshooting, organization, and communication skills
• Strong punctuality and ability to work independently in the field

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, service, and install all types of fire extinguishers.
• Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting and repairs.
• Ensure all work meets federal, state, and local code requirements.
• Related fire alarm and security system components (as applicable)
• Troubleshoot and identify defective components within pre-engineered suppression systems
• Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting, repairs, and system restorations
• Identify NFPA code violations and non-conformance issues and recommend corrective actions

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Clean driving record

Knowledge of NFPA codes

Education

Current FEL-A license

Tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Pipe cutters

Band saws

Lifts

Ladders

Testing equipment

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Company parties
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Fire Suppression Technician

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding area

Company: Safety Control, LLC.

Advance Your Career with Safety Control

Safety Control is a rapidly growing fire and life safety contractor providing comprehensive services throughout Texas and nationwide. We are seeking a highly skilled Fire Suppression Technician to join our elite field service team. This position is ideal for a well-rounded technician with deep code knowledge, advanced troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to customer-tailored service, integrity, and reliability.

Position Overview

The Fire Suppression Technician is responsible for inspecting, installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of fire and life safety systems. This role builds upon fire extinguisher and kitchen suppression responsibilities and expands into advanced pre-engineered systems and related fire protection technologies. Technicians in this role are trusted subject-matter experts who can identify deficiencies, explain code requirements, and deliver compliant, high-quality solutions in the field.

Key Responsibilities

Fire Suppression & Life Safety Systems

• Inspect, test, service, and install all types of fire extinguishers
• Commercial kitchen fire suppression systems
• Pre-engineered fire suppression systems
• Related fire alarm and security system components (as applicable)
• Troubleshoot and identify defective components within pre-engineered suppression systems
• Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting, repairs, and system restorations
• Identify NFPA code violations and non-conformance issues and recommend corrective actions

Codes, Standards & Compliance

• Demonstrate comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and system requirements
• Interpret, apply, and clearly explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations to customers and internal teams
• Ensure all inspections, repairs, and installations meet federal, state, and local code requirements

Tools, Equipment & Field Operations

• Use required tools and test equipment, including power machine groovers, pipe cutters and band saws, lifts and ladders, hand and power tools
• Repair or replace fire extinguishers and pre-engineered suppression systems as needed
• Safely operate and maintain small/light equipment and medium machinery
• Inspect and maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment, submitting repair requests as necessary

Documentation & Customer Communication

• Accurately document inspections, deficiencies, repairs, and testing using a company-issued smart device
• Communicate findings, code issues, and recommendations clearly and professionally with customers
• Represent Safety Control with professionalism at all customer sites

Required Qualifications

• Current FEL-A license issued by the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office OR ability to obtain an FEL-A within 30 days of hire
• Strong working knowledge of fire suppression systems and applicable NFPA codes and standards
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• High proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
• Excellent troubleshooting, organization, and communication skills
• Strong punctuality and ability to work independently in the field

Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)

• Fire Alarm License (Texas)
• Major plus and includes an additional pay increase
• Manufacturer certifications (Ansul, Pyro-Chem, Kidde, etc.)
• Experience with integrated fire alarm, suppression, and security systems

What We Offer

• Top-tier hourly pay, based on experience and certifications
• Additional pay increase for Fire Alarm License holders
• Career advancement opportunities and ongoing technical training
• Late-model company vehicle, tools, and uniforms provided
• Bi-weekly personal cell phone reimbursement
• Generous paid time off with tenure-based increases
• Eight paid holidays per year
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Long-term stability with a fast-growing fire and life safety contractor

Why Safety Control?

At Safety Control, we are driven by customer-tailored service, integrity, and reliability. We trust our technicians to be experts in the field and support them with industry-leading tools, training, and advancement opportunities. If you’re looking to take the next step in your fire protection career with a company that values expertise and professionalism, Safety Control is where you belong.

Apply today and help protect lives, property, and businesses across Texas and beyond.