Fire Suppression Technician

Summit Fire Protection•Harrisburg, PA

3d•$22 - $33

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, standards, equipment, and systems; troubleshooting and repairing defective or damaged components; and communicating professionally with internal and external customers. Technicians use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials, and time, and complete required work-order documentation. They follow company safety programs and policies, attend weekly Toolbox talks, maintain safety documentation awareness, and keep company vehicles clean and maintained. The position may require attending seminars or training to stay current on technology, codes, and standards. Other duties may be assigned. The job involves extensive travel, with employees required to travel 90% of the time. Work regularly takes place outdoors, with exposure to varying temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. Employees may also work indoors in an office setting, alone or with others, and must wear required personal protective equipment. The position requires frequent physical activity including bending, using ladders and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, and standing or walking for extended periods; occasional duties include lifting over 50 pounds, driving, working at heights, and other movements.

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, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Ability to travel 90% of the time.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including frequent standing and walking, ladder and stair use, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting; occasional lifting over 50 pounds and working at heights.
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 components.
Troubleshoot and identify defective components in pre-engineered suppression systems.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
Arrive punctually at work locations and complete scheduled projects in a timely manner.
Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, required materials, and time 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 where project-related safety documentation is located.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and maintained according to company policy.
Attend seminars or similar education and training sessions as needed to stay current on technology, codes, and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.