Fire Suppression Technician: Inspections & Testing

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Carlstadt (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, a nationwide leader in fire protection, seeks a Suppression Test & Inspect Technician in New Jersey to perform testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance of fire suppression systems (wet, dry, pre‑action and deluge). You will work with minimal supervision to ensure systems operate safely and meet codes.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least 3 years in the fire and life safety industry, and the ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in fire and life safety industry as an apprentice or technician.
• NICET Level I or above preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance of fire suppression systems (wet, dry, pre‑action and deluge).
• Inspect valves, gauges, piping, sprinkler heads, alarm connections, and related suppression system components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, system layouts, inspection reports, and technical manuals.
• Complete inspection reports, deficiency documentation, and service records accurately and on time.
• Travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of fire

inspection procedures

Read and interpret technical documents

System drawings interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, a nationwide leader in fire protection, seeks a Suppression Test & Inspect Technician in New Jersey to perform testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance of fire suppression systems (wet, dry, pre‑action and deluge). You will work with minimal supervision to ensure systems operate safely and meet codes.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least 3 years in the fire and life safety industry, and the ability to read technical drawings.