Fire Sprinkler Technician

Summit Companies•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Technician lays out, fabricates, assembles, and installs fire sprinkler systems and maintains piping systems, fixtures, sprinklers, and industrial processing systems. The role includes installing and modifying piping, following blueprints and specifications, calculating material measurements, maintaining equipment and systems, and replacing worn components. The technician also mentors and coaches apprentices and helpers on proper installation techniques and keeps the company-provided vehicle clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies. Candidates must have OSFM ITT (WA State Patrol), NICET Level II, and journey-level sprinkler fitter certification. A Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certification is preferred; confined-space entry, lift, and fall-protection training are bonuses. The position requires frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel, along with work in indoor and outdoor environments and consistent use of required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current fire sprinkler license.
OSFM ITT (WA State Patrol), NICET Level II, and journey-level sprinkler fitter certification.
3–5 years of experience installing pipe systems and valves.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, scheduling, planning, organizing, troubleshooting, and ability to train others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Ability to operate a computer and tablet and read electronic blueprints.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements where applicable.
Ability to perform the listed physical duties, including frequent bending, using step stools, ladders and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, and standing and walking for extended periods; occasional duties include lifting over 50 pounds and working at heights.
Ability to consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

Advanced technical school training or related work experience.
5 or more years of experience.
Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) certification.
Confined-space entry, lift, and fall-protection training.
Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install fire sprinkler systems.
Maintain piping systems, fixtures, sprinklers, and industrial processing systems.
Install pipe systems and valves.
Cut, thread, assemble, and bond piping and tubes according to specifications.
Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, and fittings.
Remove and replace worn components.
Follow blueprints to meet product specifications.
Calculate material measurements to verify specifications.
Mentor and coach fire sprinkler fitter apprentices and helpers on proper installation techniques.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.