Fire Protection Sprinkler Technician

NextGen • North Charleston, SC

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About The Position

NextGen Technologies is hiring an experienced Fire Sprinkler Technician for its commercial crew in North Charleston, South Carolina. The role involves inspecting, testing, maintaining, and servicing wet, dry, and specialty commercial sprinkler systems. The technician will work with sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components; perform connection and fire pump testing; document inspections and service work; coordinate corrections for deficiencies; and respond to service calls and after-hours emergencies. A company vehicle is provided and may be taken home once the technician is cleared to run calls independently.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of hands-on commercial fire sprinkler experience.
• Working knowledge of fire safety codes and standards.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistance.
• Able to work above 10 feet and in confined areas.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift, crouch, reach, push, and pull.
• Able to work in extreme heat and cold and around loud noise.

Nice To Haves

• NICET I certification; it is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain commercial sprinkler systems to code.
• Work with sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components.
• Perform hydrostatic testing on fire department siamese connections.
• Perform fire pump testing.
• Complete inspection documentation and service reports.
• Coordinate deficiencies with the service required to correct them.
• Schedule and coordinate with building supers and porters.
• Run service calls, troubleshoot systems, and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Instruct customers on proper system use and maintenance.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, with take-home use once cleared to run calls independently.
• Paid continuing education, including NICET certifications and exam fees.
• Performance and certification bonuses.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Boot allowance after 1 year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed