Lead Kitchen Suppression Tech – Senior Installer

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Senior Pre-Engineered Technician to lead installation, commissioning, inspection, testing, and repair of complex pre-engineered systems with a focus on kitchen suppression. You will diagnose failures, ensure NFPA compliance, and review reports while mentoring teammates.

Strong independence and knowledge of NFPA standards are required; a Tennessee inspector license is preferred. Travel to job sites will be required as part of this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in fire and life safety as a technician.
• TN state inspector license preferred.
• Ability to complete projects independently.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA standards and manufacturer specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, commissioning, inspection, testing, and repair on complex pre-engineered systems with emphasis on kitchen suppression.
• Diagnose system failures and direct corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, manufacturer requirements, and AHJ expectations.
• Review and validate inspection reports and documentation.
• Mentor technicians and apprentices; provide field guidance.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles; ensure jobsite safety and cleanliness.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Fire & life safety experience

Pre-engineered systems

NFPA standards knowledge

Independent project work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Senior Pre-Engineered Technician to lead installation, commissioning, inspection, testing, and repair of complex pre-engineered systems with a focus on kitchen suppression. You will diagnose failures, ensure NFPA compliance, and review reports while mentoring teammates.

Strong independence and knowledge of NFPA standards are required; a Tennessee inspector license is preferred. Travel to job sites will be required as part of this role.