Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician

Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company paid Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Personal Time

Tuition Reimbursement

Aflac

Vacation and Personal time

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A local fire protection service provider is seeking a Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician to service, inspect, and repair sprinkler systems. This position requires expertise in NFPA codes, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with customers. The role involves conducting service calls, preparing detailed reports, and participating in an on-call rotation. Candidates must have two years of experience in this field and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license with 3 or less points.
• Two or more years of fire sprinkler systems experience required.
• Comfortable working on ladders and lifts.
• Knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes.
• Comfort with ladders 6–12 ft and lifts.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs and work in confined spaces.
• Well organized and able to track service tickets and paperwork.
• Willing to become NICET certified in Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite emergency troubleshooting and repairs.
• Prepare accurate service tickets and reports.
• Communicate with customers about necessary repairs.
• Communicate with customers about work and repairs needed.

Skills

Fire Sprinkler System Repair

NFPA Code Knowledge

Emergency Troubleshooting

Customer Communication

Ladder & lift operation

Physical fitness (lift 70 lbs)

Organization & documentation

NICET certification pursuit

Job description

Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician

About the Company

Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC., has been an industry leader for fire protection services in the local Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area for over 45 years. Since its founding, Guardian has grown its footprint to include 17 offices in seven states in the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and South-Atlantic. Guardian is headquartered in Rockville, MD and is responsible for the design, installation, inspection, and repair services for fire protection and security systems. Guardian specializes in sprinkler systems, fire pumps, fire extinguishers, fire alarm and monitoring services, wet & dry chemical suppression systems, clean agent and inert gas systems, special hazards systems, marine fire suppression systems, access control, burglar alarms, and video surveillance (CCTV). We have an extensive customer base performing inspection, installation, and repair services for over 50,000 customers. Our company is continually growing through its internal sales and marketing activities, technical prowess, strong reputation, and business acquisitions.

About the Opportunity

Guardian Fire Protection, LLC. 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 calls
• Paid 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

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

Guardian Fire Protection Services 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.