Fire Suppression Technician

Summit Fire & Security; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid

Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid

Life Insurance for Team Members and De

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Summit Fire & Security, a trusted leader in fire protection with operations across 40 states, is seeking a Kitchen Fire Suppression System Technician in Seattle. You will inspect, repair, and install kitchen fire suppression systems including Detection & Control Systems, with emphasis on NFPA compliance and safety.

Applicants should have 2 years in Fire Life Safety, certifications (ICC, FEX1, E4), and experience with Ansul, Amerex, Pyro-Chem, Range Guard.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• State or any required certification.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace fire suppression components using hand tools and power equipment.
• Inspect and service pre-engineered suppression systems and Detection & Control systems.
• Troubleshoot defective components and ensure safety compliance.
• Document work orders and communicate with customers.
• Maintain safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Fire Life Safety

NFPA codes

English communication

Installation experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State certification

Job description

Up to a $2,500 sign-on bonus is available!!! If you hold ICC, FEX1, and E4 certifications along with pipe threading and piping installation experience, we’ve been looking for you—because great talent deserves a great welcome (and we don’t mind celebrating you).

We’re on the lookout for a skilled Kitchen Fire Suppression System Technician who’s ready to help keep commercial kitchens safe (and yes, be the hero behind the scenes when things heat up a little too much). In this role, you’ll inspect, repair, and install kitchen fire suppression systems, ensuring everything is running safely, smoothly, and fully compliant—because in this line of work, “close enough” just isn’t a thing.

Experience with industry-leading manufacturers like Ansul, Amerex, Pyro-Chem, and Range Guard is essential, and your expertise will play a key role in protecting people, property, and a lot of busy kitchens.

We offer competitive benefits that continue to improve year after year, along with a culture that truly supports career growth. With operations in over 40 states, Summit Companies opens the door to opportunities across the entire Fire & Life Safety industry.

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states. Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career‑seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career‑advancing certifications. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high‑growth environment.

Job Summary

The purpose of the Fire Suppression Technician is to provide installation, inspection, service and/or repair of Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Exit Lights and/or any Pre-Engineered Suppression Systems including any associated Detection & Control Systems with minimal supervision.

Essential Job Duties

• Use required tools and test equipment such as power machines groovers, cutters, band saw, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and/or Detection & Control systems components.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and/or Detection & Control systems.
• Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.
• Repair or replace damaged components of pre-engineered suppression systems as well as fire extinguishers and/or Detection & Control systems.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
• Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.
• Complete documentation on work orders.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Employee must always know location all related safety documentation on each project.
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• State or any required certification.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements

• 2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.
• 2 years of professional computer skills.

Communication Skills

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Other Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift 50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.

Work Environment

Employees will regularly be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will occasionally be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Our Core Values

PIPE

• We are PASSIONATE about life safety
• We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)
• We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community
• We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Aff…

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug‑free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.