Travel Firestop Technician – Life-Safety Pro

Socket.dev; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

REMEDI8 in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Field Service Technician - Firestop to inspect, install, and repair firestop and smoke-stop systems, restoring ratings of penetrated assemblies in healthcare and commercial facilities.

Journeys require reading blueprints and Life Safety Plans, applying NFPA/IBC/UL standards, and documenting workmanship with tablet-based reports. This field-based role involves up to 100% travel and working across diverse environments.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in firestop inspection, repair, or installation.
• Experience with commercial drywall repair & wall assemblies.
• Fire caulking or sealant application experience.
• Working knowledge of Life Safety Plans & NFPA standards.
• Comfort using tablets, iOS devices, & electronic reporting systems.
• High attention to detail & commitment to quality.
• Hilti and STI certifications preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair fire and smoke barriers per NFPA, IBC, and UL requirements.
• Install approved firestop systems to restore rated wall and floor assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints and Life Safety Plans (LSPs).
• Perform drywall repair, wall assembly repair, and access door installation.
• Install and repair wall systems including gypsum, masonry, and metal framing.
• Document inspections and repairs using tablet-based electronic reporting systems.
• Record incomplete repairs and capture material specifications for ordering.
• Maintain clean, compliant job sites following safety and infection control standards.
• Load, unload, and prepare materials, tools, and equipment for job sites.
• Communicate professionally with customers, facility staff, and internal teams.
• Use and maintain hand and power tools properly and safely.
• Attend required training and support other service lines as needed.
• Local travel as required for projects.

Skills

Firestop inspection

Fire caulking

Drywall repair

Life Safety Plans

NFPA standards

Tablet reporting

Attention to detail

Travel 100%

Job description

REMEDI8 in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Field Service Technician - Firestop to inspect, install, and repair firestop and smoke-stop systems, restoring ratings of penetrated assemblies in healthcare and commercial facilities.

Journeys require reading blueprints and Life Safety Plans, applying NFPA/IBC/UL standards, and documenting workmanship with tablet-based reports. This field-based role involves up to 100% travel and working across diverse environments.