Fire Suppression Technician

Summit Fire Protection•Paw Paw Township, MI

About The Position

The purpose of the Fire Suppression Technician is to provide installation, inspection, service and/or repair of Fire Extinguishers and any Pre-Engineered Suppression Systems. Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire Protection may be right for you! Summit Fire Protection, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customer across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire Protection is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 25 locations in more than 8 states. Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire Protection supports trade skills and workforce development. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire Protection supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth. Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
2 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 SFP’s Drug and Alcohol Policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Must be able to travel 20% of the time. (Possible overnight stays)

Nice To Haves

State or any required certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

Use required tools and test equipment such as power machine groovers, cutters, band saws, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems.
Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and/or fire alarm & security 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
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 SFP’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.
Train service technician trainees in all applicable aspects of this job description. Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
Other duties may be assigned.