Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician

Zing Recruiting

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 62,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Company-Paid Disability Insurance
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care

Job summary

Zing Recruiting is seeking an experienced Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician to join our service team serving commercial customers in the Norfolk, VA area. You will troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler systems, working independently with customers.

We offer a competitive $30-$45 hourly rate, a $3,000 sign-on bonus, NICET bonus opportunities, quarterly and annual bonuses, and strong benefits. Equal opportunity employer encouraging growth and long-term career advancement.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of fire sprinkler inspection and repair experience.
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes.
  • NICET certification preferred or willingness to become certified.
  • Experience with wet, dry, deluge, and/or pre‑action sprinkler systems.
  • Fire pump testing experience preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with 3 or fewer points.
  • Minimum 3 years of licensed driving experience.
  • Ability to work on ladders ranging from 6 to 12 feet and operate lifts.
  • Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Perform service, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial fire sprinkler systems.
  • Respond to service calls and diagnose sprinkler system issues.
  • Conduct inspections and testing in accordance with NFPA 25.
  • Identify code deficiencies and non-conformance issues.
  • Perform fire pump flow testing when required.
  • Complete detailed inspection reports and service documentation.
  • Communicate findings and repair recommendations to customers.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation schedule.

Skills

Fire Sprinkler Systems
Inspection & Repair
Customer Service
Documentation

Job description

Norfolk, VA


$30.00 - $45.00/Hour + $3,000 Sign-On Bonus + NICET Bonuses + Quarterly & Annual Bonuses


Looking for a company that values your expertise, rewards your performance, and provides long-term career growth?


Zing is seeking an experienced Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician to join a growing fire protection team serving commercial customers throughout the Norfolk, VA area. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys troubleshooting, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems while working independently and directly with customers.


Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Compensation


  • $30.00 - $45.00 per hour based on experience

  • $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Additional bonus opportunities for NICET certifications

  • Quarterly Performance Bonuses

  • Annual Performance Bonuses

  • Time-and-a-half pay for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 5:00 AM

  • Paid 4-hour minimum at time-and-a-half for emergency service calls

  • Paid 4-hour minimum at double-time for emergency service calls on recognized holidays

  • 8 hours of holiday pay in addition to emergency call compensation


What You\'ll Be Doing


  • Perform service, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs on commercial fire sprinkler systems

  • Respond to service calls and diagnose sprinkler system issues

  • Conduct inspections and testing in accordance with NFPA 25

  • Identify code deficiencies and non‑conformance issues

  • Perform fire pump flow testing when required

  • Complete detailed inspection reports and service documentation

  • Communicate findings and repair recommendations to customers

  • Participate in an on-call rotation schedule


What We\'re Looking For


  • Minimum 2 years of fire sprinkler inspection and repair experience

  • Strong knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes

  • NICET certification preferred or willingness to become certified

  • Experience with wet, dry, deluge, and/or pre‑action sprinkler systems

  • Fire pump testing experience preferred

  • Valid driver\'s license with 3 or fewer points

  • Minimum 3 years of licensed driving experience

  • Ability to work on ladders ranging from 6 to 12 feet and operate lifts

  • Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

  • Comfortable working overhead, in attics, crawl spaces, and confined areas

  • Strong customer service, communication, and documentation skills

  • Organized and capable of managing service tickets and required paperwork


Benefits


  • 401(k) with 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 Health and Dependent Care Accounts

  • Aflac Supplemental Insurance

  • Paid Vacation and Personal Time

  • Paid Holidays

  • Tuition Reimbursement


If you\'re looking for a rewarding opportunity with strong compensation, a $3,000 sign-on bonus, NICET incentives, quarterly and annual bonus potential, excellent benefits, and long-term career growth, we\'d love to hear from you.


Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.


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