Fire Suppression Technician

Summit Companies•Macon, GA

10h

About The Position

The Fire Suppression Technician installs, inspects, services, and/or repairs fire extinguishers, emergency exit lights, pre-engineered suppression systems, and associated detection and control systems with minimal supervision. The role uses appropriate tools and test equipment to troubleshoot, repair, or replace system components and requires working knowledge of applicable NFPA codes, standards, and systems. The technician communicates professionally with internal and external customers, arrives punctually at work locations, and completes scheduled projects on time. The position also involves tracking work orders, materials, and job time using Field Service Lightning; completing work-order documentation; following company safety programs, SDS and hazardous-communication requirements, policies, and procedures; participating in weekly Toolbox talks; and knowing where project safety documentation is located. The technician maintains the company-provided vehicle, attends training or seminars to stay current with technology and code changes, and performs other duties as assigned. The role requires travel 90% of the time. Work is regularly outdoors, with exposure to hot or cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. Occasional work takes place indoors in an office setting, alone or with others. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn at locations in accordance with company safety policies. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

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 read, write, and communicate effectively 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 perform the stated physical duties, including frequent bending, climbing and descending step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, and standing or walking for extended periods.
Ability to meet the stated visual requirements, including color, near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

State or other required certification.

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, service, and repair 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, suppression systems, and detection and control system components.
Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.
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, materials needed, and time spent 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 safety documentation for each project.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and maintained according to company policies.
Attend seminars or training sessions periodically to stay current with technology, codes, and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.