Fire Suppression Technician

Vanguard Fire & Security Systems, Inc.; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

401K plan

Job summary

Vanguard Fire & Security Systems, Inc. in Michigan is seeking an experienced Fire Suppression Technician with testing and inspection experience across diverse fire protection systems.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of sprinkler systems, blueprint interpretation, customer communication, and accurate documentation. The role requires safety-conscious work habits and occasional after-hours on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Experience with fire suppression or fire alarm systems preferred.
• 1–3 years of customer service experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required; trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect, and repair fire sprinkler systems.
• Read blueprints to understand pipe layouts and select equipment.
• Communicate with customers to identify deficiencies and propose repairs.
• Document inspections, repairs, and deficiencies.
• Share job information for follow-up quotes or questions.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety protocols.
• Respond to service calls and be part of on-call rotation, including after-hours or weekends.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Read blueprints

Customer service experience

Education

High School Diploma/ GED

Trade School or Apprenticeship

Job description

For over 60 years, Vanguard has been a leading provider of solutions and services for fire protection, life safety, and security.

Vanguard Fire & Security Systems, Inc. is currently looking for an experienced Fire Suppression Technician that has previous service experience in testing and inspections of a variety of fire protection systems.

Our staff is dedicated to designing effective lifesaving solutions and providing a positive customer experience. Our customers trust in us to protect their people, property, and products.

Vanguard offers a highly competitive compensation and benefit package including PTO, paid holidays, and a 401K plan.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform troubleshooting service, inspection, and repairs of fire sprinkler systems
• Read blueprints for existing pipe layout and make the right equipment accommodations to complete the job
• Communicate with customers to understand system deficiencies and be able to make recommendations for repair
• Document inspections, repairs and deficiencies
• Share job information for follow up quotes, questions, or concerns
• Maintain a safe work environment and remain in compliance of the companies safety protocols
• Respond to service calls to be a part of a on-call rotation that responds to customer issues , which may require after hour or weekend availability

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in fire suppression and fire alarm systems is preferred
• 1-3 years of previous customer service experience
• High School Diploma/ GED required
• Trade School or Apprenticeship preferred
• Have excellent mechanical skills and be able to work from blueprints
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Maintain strong attention to detail while in a physically demanding environment