Fire Suppression Technician (sign on bonus)
About The Position
We’re on the lookout for a skilled Kitchen Fire Suppression System Technician who’s ready to help keep commercial kitchens safe. In this role, you’ll inspect, repair, and install kitchen fire suppression systems, ensuring everything is running safely, smoothly, and fully compliant. Experience with industry-leading manufacturers like Ansul, Amerex, Pyro-Chem, and Range Guard is essential, and your expertise will play a key role in protecting people, property, and a lot of busy kitchens. We offer competitive benefits that continue to improve year after year, along with a culture that truly supports career growth. With operations in over 40 states, Summit Companies opens the door to opportunities across the entire Fire & Life Safety industry. The purpose of the Fire Suppression Technician is to provide installation, inspection, service and/or repair of Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Exit Lights and/or any Pre-Engineered Suppression Systems including any associated Detection & Control Systems with minimal supervision.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
- State or any required certification.
- 2 Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.
- 2 years of professional computer skills.
- Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
- Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Nice To Haves
- ICC, FEX1, and E4 certifications
- Pipe threading and piping installation experience
- Experience with industry-leading manufacturers like Ansul, Amerex, Pyro-Chem, and Range Guard
Responsibilities
- Use required tools and test equipment such as power machines groovers, cutters, band saw, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and/or Detection & Control systems components.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and/or Detection & Control systems.
- Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.
- Repair or replace damaged components of pre-engineered suppression systems as well as fire extinguishers and/or Detection & Control systems.
- Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
- Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
- Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.
- Complete documentation on work orders.
- Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Employee must always know location all related safety documentation on each project.
- Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
- Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Extensive training opportunities
- Career advancement
- Competitive pay
- Bonus opportunities
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
