Fire Suppression Technician

Encore Fire Protection • Brooklyn, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Encore Fire Protection is hiring a field-based Fire Suppression Service Technician to inspect, test, service, recharge, install, maintain, and repair kitchen and industrial fire suppression systems and portable fire extinguishers in commercial and industrial settings. The role involves hands-on work at varied customer sites and requires ensuring that work complies with applicable NFPA and local code requirements.

The technician documents completed work and communicates findings, recommendations, and next steps to customers and internal teams. The position includes both independent field work and teamwork to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Encore offers training, mentorship, and tools to support growth in the life safety trades.

Requirements

• One to three years of experience in fire suppression system service.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in hands-on technical work in the life safety or construction space.
• Comfort using hand tools and basic equipment, with the ability to learn additional tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds and work on ladders or in tight or confined spaces as part of daily work.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Strong communication and documentation skills for working with customers and internal teams.

Nice To Haves

• Technical or industry-related experience.
• Knowledge of NFPA 17A, NFPA 96, and other relevant fire protection codes.
• Experience reading blueprints or simple drawings.
• Prior experience using hand tools or machinery.
• Prior exposure to fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, or other life safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and recharge kitchen and industrial fire suppression systems and portable fire extinguishers.
• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair fire suppression systems in commercial and industrial settings.
• Ensure all work meets applicable NFPA and local code requirements.
• Accurately document work performed and communicate findings, recommendations, and next steps with customers and internal teams.
• Represent Encore professionally on job sites and provide a clear, customer-focused experience.
• Work independently in the field and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Paid tuition assistance for fire protection-related schooling needed to obtain licensing.
• Company swag and attire provided at least twice a year.
• Medical insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Vision insurance coverage.
• Fidelity 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000.
• Access to web-based productivity tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED