Fire Suppression Technician

Summit Fire & Security•Bend, OR

2d•$25 - $35

About The Position

The Fire Suppression Technician installs, inspects, services, and repairs fire extinguishers, emergency exit lights, pre-engineered suppression systems, and associated detection and control systems with minimal supervision. The role requires working knowledge of applicable NFPA codes and standards, troubleshooting and replacing defective or damaged components, communicating professionally with customers and colleagues, and completing scheduled work and related documentation. The technician uses Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials, and job time; follows company safety policies and participates in weekly Toolbox talks; maintains the company vehicle; and attends training to stay current with technology, codes, and standards. Other duties may be assigned. The job requires frequent travel, with the posting stating the employee must be able to travel 90% of the time. Work regularly takes place outdoors, with occasional office work, and involves exposure to varying temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn at customer locations. The position is physically active and involves bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting, reaching, standing, walking, and occasionally working at heights. Summit Fire & Security is a full-service provider of fire detection, suppression, and security services, operating across more than 70 locations in over 20 states. It offers training, career advancement, and development opportunities, including support for NICET and other career-advancing certifications.

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.
Working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems, and/or detection and control systems.
Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including lifting items under 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally, and working at heights occasionally.
Ability to consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

State or other required certification is preferred.

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.
Repair or replace damaged components of suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and detection and control systems.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
Arrive punctually at assigned work locations and complete scheduled projects in a timely manner.
Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, and time on the job.
Complete work-order documentation.
Follow the company safety program, SDS and hazardous communication requirements, policies, and procedures; participate in weekly Toolbox talks; and know where project-related safety documentation is located.
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.