Fire Sprinkler Helper

Metro Fire + Security•El Paso, TX

About The Position

Metro Fire + Security is a family-owned, full-service fire protection company serving Arizona since 1972, with statewide service in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and Texas. The company provides fire and life safety services including sprinkler system testing, repair, and installation; kitchen and restaurant systems; fire alarm design, installation, and service; backflow prevention; alarm monitoring; fire pump repair and installation; and underground hydrant repairs and installation. The company describes its culture as offering room to grow. The Fire Sprinkler Helper learns fire inspection, sprinkler, alarm, backflow, and related systems. The helper follows directions from technicians and shadows them to learn how to perform different types of work. The role also includes warehouse and inventory duties. The desired candidate takes direction well, is willing to learn and get dirty, completes work despite site and weather conditions, pursues certifications, and wants to grow within Metro Fire.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Authorized to work in the USA.
High school diploma or GED.
Able to travel to multiple job sites each day.
Able to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, and climb ladders multiple times a day.
Able to work flexible hours, including on-call rotation, nights, and weekends, to meet customer needs.
Able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 100 pounds.
Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment up to 40 feet, and working within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
Must obtain required Texas Fire certifications within the first 120 days of employment and be willing to pursue additional certifications throughout employment.
High precision and attention to detail.
Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of fire systems and tools.
Works effectively and efficiently while performing all aspects of the job.

Nice To Haves

RME-I license.
Backflow certification.
OSHA certification.
CSA certification.
NICET certification.
Working knowledge of Profit Zoom, Building Reports, and Paylocity.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, installations, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades on fire sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, suppression, backflow, and related systems.
Conduct fire inspections for existing structures, renovations, and new construction.
Test and maintain fire pumps.
Perform flow testing and maintain fire hydrants.
Keep tools and equipment operating by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, and performing preventive maintenance.
Welcome and assist with deliveries.
Place received shipments on the appropriate job staging shelf or in the appropriate department.
Stage parts and equipment according to service tickets.
Audit inventory regularly and update company systems to reflect inventory on hand.
Keep the warehouse organized and clean, including clearing debris, disposing of empty boxes, and organizing shelves.
Stay current with code requirements and industry changes.
Attend and complete training, including safety training.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.