Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician

Professional Fire Protection Systems; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Pre-tax health/dependent care accounts

Aflac

Vacation and Personal time

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Professional Fire Protection is seeking a Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician to service, inspect, and repair sprinkler systems for established customers in the Norfolk region. The role requires on‑call rotation and the ability to interpret NFPA codes during testing and inspections.

Candidates should have a valid driver’s license with minimal points, 2+ years of sprinkler experience, knowledge of NFPA codes, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work from ladders or lifts.

Qualifications

• Current valid driver's license with 0–3 points.
• Three years of licensed driving experience.
• Two or more years inspecting and repairing fire sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes.
• Comfortable working on ladders 6–12 ft and on lifts.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs and work in tight spaces.
• Well organized and able to maintain service tickets and documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct service calls, onsite troubleshooting and repairs of customer sprinkler systems.
• Interpret and apply NFPA 25 codes during testing and inspections.
• Willing to become or currently NICET certified in Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems.
• Perform Fire Pump Flow Tests (preferred but not required).
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely service tickets and reports.
• Communicate with customers to explain work and necessary repairs.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Driving experience (3+ years)

NFPA codes knowledge

Ladders & lifts safety

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Documentation and tickets

Job description

Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

About the Company

Professional Fire Protection is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and trusted provider of fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses throughout the Richmond and Norfolk regions of Virginia and Eastern North Carolina since 2003. Headquartered in Norfolk, with additional locations in Ashland and Chester, Professional Fire delivers comprehensive, end‑to‑end services including system design, installation, inspection, testing, monitoring, and repair. Our expertise spans fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, special hazards and kitchen fire suppression, fire pumps, range hood and paint booth suppression, and integrated fire and security monitoring. Known for quality workmanship, responsive service, and a strong safety‑first culture, Professional Fire is driven by a team of skilled professionals committed to protecting people, property, and communities.

About The Opportunity

Professional Fire Protection is currently seeking a Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician for our Fire Sprinkler Department. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair sprinkler systems for established customers on a scheduled basis and must be able for on call rotation.

Job Duties

• Conduct Service Calls, performing onsite emergency troubleshooting and repairs of our customer's fire sprinkler systems, identifying code issues and non-conformance issues
• Ability to interpret and apply NFPA 25 codes during testing and inspections.
• Willing to become or currently NICET certified in Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems.
• Performing Fire Pump Flow Tests preferred, but not required.
• Preparing accurate, detailed and timely service tickets and reports
• Communicates with customers to explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.

Qualifications

• A current valid driver's license with 3 or less points is required.
• Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
• Two or more years inspecting and repairing fire sprinkler systems.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes
• Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
• Able to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
• Well organized and able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Compensation

• Pay is hourly and is negotiable dependent on candidate experience
• Any hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week
• Paid 4 hour minimum at the time and half rate for emergency service callsPaid 4 hour minimum at the double time rate for emergency services calls on recognized holidays, in addition to 8 hours of holiday pay at the regular rate
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Benefits

• 401K with a company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax accounts for health and dependent care
• Aflac
• Vacation and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Fire Protection is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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