Fire Sprinkler Systems Technician - Gardiner - Yellowstone National Park

Internal Career Site • Yellowstone National Park, WY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Systems Technician is an essential member of the Engineering Department, supporting the safe maintenance of historic facilities, lodging, restaurants, and campgrounds throughout Yellowstone National Park. The role requires strong technical judgment, documentation, and communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaborate with Xanterra departments, maintenance teams, contractors, and the National Park Service (NPS).

This is a full-time, year-round position based in the Gardiner area. The typical schedule is 40 hours over five days per week and may include weekends, evenings, and holidays. The technician participates in an on-call rotation and must remain available outside normal working hours when assigned. Housing is not included. Employees have access to on-site cafeteria-style meals at low cost, free on-site laundry, limited-bandwidth Wi-Fi and utilities, park passes, employee recreation activities, discounted medical clinic services, and retail, lodging, and travel discounts. A $350 referral bonus program is also offered. Xanterra offers competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees.

Requirements

• NICET Level II or higher certification in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems, or equivalent documented factory training and experience.
• Hands-on experience installing, inspecting, testing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting wet and dry fire sprinkler systems.
• Working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards, fire alarm interfaces, portable fire extinguishers, sprinkler trade tools, materials, equipment, and safe work practices.
• Ability to interpret construction/shop drawings, specifications, O&M manuals, and technical documentation and perform basic hydraulic sprinkler calculations.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to accurately communicate system deficiencies and impairments.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently, comply with Xanterra policies and procedures, and travel throughout developed areas of Yellowstone National Park.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record for the previous three years.
• Must meet applicable DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Able to lift and move objects weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Able to perform heavy labor, including standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling for extended periods.
• Able to walk long distances over uneven terrain and climb stairs and ladders in varying weather conditions.
• Able to access mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, attics, rooftops, and other restricted equipment locations.
• Able to work outdoors in inclement weather and across a wide range of temperatures, and at elevations exceeding 7,700 feet.
• May be required to use respiratory protection and comply with applicable respiratory protection requirements, including facial-hair restrictions when a tight-fitting respirator is required.

Nice To Haves

• NICET Level III or higher certification in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems.
• Experience working with fire protection systems in hospitality, institutional, campus, or remote-site environments.
• Experience coordinating work with an AHJ, government agency, monitoring provider, or telecommunications/dispatch center.
• Experience reviewing contractor submittals and overseeing contracted fire protection work.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), such as IBM Maximo.
• Familiarity with the operational and environmental challenges of working in Yellowstone National Park or a similar remote location.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair wet, dry, and other water-based fire sprinkler systems in accordance with applicable NFPA, NPS, AHJ, and Xanterra requirements.
• Document inspections, testing, deficiencies, impairments, corrective actions, repairs, and completed work in established maintenance systems.
• Review contractor drawings, specifications, submittals, and system designs for code and contract compliance, and oversee contracted installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance work.
• Coordinate planned and emergency fire system work with Maintenance and Operations teams, NPS representatives, telecommunications/communications personnel, contractors, and monitoring providers.
• Manage system impairments, including required notifications, temporary measures, corrective actions, and restoration documentation.
• Train seasonal Fire Systems Crew staff and provide sprinkler-system training and troubleshooting guidance to location maintenance personnel.
• Perform basic hydraulic calculations and interpret construction drawings, specifications, O&M manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Participate in the on-call rotation and remain available outside normal working hours when assigned.
• Follow applicable safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, fall protection, respiratory protection, confined-space requirements, and safe elevated-work practices.
• Support sustainability efforts by preventing water loss, identifying leaks or inefficient equipment, and properly managing materials and waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• On-site employee meals (cafeteria-style) provided at low cost.
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth), and utilities included.
• Free Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park pass.
• Employee Recreation Program, including recreation centers, athletics, gear rentals, seminars, van trips, and hiking.
• Access to discounted services at Yellowstone Medical Clinics operated by STGi.
• Retail, lodging, and travel discounts.
• $350 Referral Bonus Program.
• Competitive benefit programs and services for eligible employees. No specific benefit details are provided.

What This Job Offers

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