Fire Suppression Superintendent

Summit Fire & Security•Clarks Summit, PA

26d•$26 - $38

About The Position

The Fire Suppression Superintendent will take a lead role in launching and building the new Suppression division by helping establish operations, develop customer relationships, and drive growth. This is a hands-on position responsible for leading the installation, inspection, service, and repair of fire extinguishers, emergency exit lights, and pre-engineered suppression systems, including associated detection and control systems, with minimal supervision. The role requires use of tools and test equipment to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and detection and control system components. The employee must apply knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and relevant systems; troubleshoot and repair defective or damaged components; communicate professionally with customers and colleagues; complete scheduled projects and work-order documentation; and use Field Service Lightning to record work, materials, and time. The position also entails following company safety programs and procedures, attending weekly Toolbox talks, maintaining a company vehicle, and periodically attending training or seminars to stay current with technology, codes, and standards. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of Fire Life Safety industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression, two years of professional computer skills, a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and the ability to travel 90% of the time. State or other required certification is preferred. The employee must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English and comply with drug and alcohol policies and background-screening requirements. The work regularly takes place outdoors, with exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. Work may also take place indoors in an office setting, alone or with others. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn at customer locations. Physical demands include frequent bending, using step stools, ladders and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, and standing or walking for extended periods; occasional demands include balancing, crouching, driving, lifting over 50 pounds, sitting, stooping, twisting, and working at heights. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of Fire Life Safety industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.
Two years of professional computer skills.
Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with the company’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background-screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements where applicable.
Ability to travel 90% of the time.
Ability to meet the stated physical and work-environment requirements, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

State or other required certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Take a lead role in launching and building the new Suppression division, establishing operations, developing customer relationships, and driving growth.
Lead installation, inspection, service, and repair of fire extinguishers, emergency exit lights, pre-engineered suppression systems, and associated detection and control systems.
Use required tools and test equipment to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and detection and control system components.
Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.
Repair or replace damaged suppression system components, fire extinguishers, and detection and control system components.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
Arrive punctually at required work locations and complete scheduled projects in a timely manner.
Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, required materials, and time on the job.
Complete work-order documentation.
Follow the company safety program, SDS book, hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures; participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know the location of applicable project safety documentation.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and well maintained according to company policies.
Periodically attend seminars or other training to stay current with technology, codes, and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid vacation and holidays.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) plan with company match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employer-paid long-term disability.
Employer-paid short-term disability.
Additional voluntary ancillary benefits, such as accident and hospital indemnity coverage.
Life insurance for team members and dependents.
Employee assistance program.
Employee referral program.
Extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, and bonus opportunities.
Reimbursement for certain career development programs and potential bonuses for specific certifications.