Senior Sprinkler Technician: Lead Fire System Expert

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior Sprinkler Technician to lead complex sprinkler system service and testing projects at mission-critical facilities.

The role requires extensive field experience, NFPA knowledge, and a drive for excellence in engineering and safety. You will oversee inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance of fire protection systems, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or 10+ years relevant experience.
• NICET III certification required within 90 days of employment; NICET IV preferred.
• State Backflow and Fire Pump certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA 25, NFPA 13, NEC, OSHA and related industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead sprinkler system servicing including inspections, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Plan and perform inspections and testing of fire alarm, special hazard systems, kitchen hoods and preaction systems.
• Provide expert diagnostics and solutions for sprinkler and preaction system issues.
• Oversee testing of all fire suppression systems.
• Develop maintenance strategies, upgrades, and life-cycle enhancements.
• Mentor junior technicians and conduct trainings on sprinkler systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on large-scale projects.
• Assess performance data and recommend improvements for efficiency.
• Stay current with industry developments, standards and regulatory changes.
• Ensure safety, quality and customer satisfaction in all activities.
• Serve as SME and provide remote assistance to team members.
• Lead sprinkler system surveys to assess NFPA compliance and performance.
• Prepare and review installation, commissioning, testing, and procedures documents.
• Be on rotation for after-hours service calls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication skills

Decision making

NFPA knowledge

OSHA requirements

Education

High School Diploma +10+ years experience

2-year technology degree +8+ years experience

NICET III in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems

NICET IV in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems (Preferred)

State Backflow Certification (Preferred)

Fire Pump Test Certification (Preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

SharePoint

CMMS experience

Job description

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior Sprinkler Technician to lead complex sprinkler system service and testing projects at mission-critical facilities.

The role requires extensive field experience, NFPA knowledge, and a drive for excellence in engineering and safety. You will oversee inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance of fire protection systems, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on large-scale projects.