Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician
About The Position
Impact Fire Services is hiring a self-motivated, customer service-oriented Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician to inspect, test, service, maintain, and repair water-based fire protection systems. The technician will identify NFPA compliance issues, recommend remediation, complete electronic job documentation, and coordinate with customers, field and office staff, alarm companies, monitoring services, fire departments, deficiency coordinators, and branch management. The role also includes planning and organizing job materials and vehicle inventory, maintaining the work vehicle, and following company safety requirements. The technician participates in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule for one-week periods and may need to work weekday off-hours and weekends. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is offered based on experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Connecticut F1/F2 fire sprinkler license.
- 1–3 years of service work experience with sprinkler, fire pump, and backflow systems.
- Fire and/or life safety systems experience.
- Must have, or be able and willing to attain, Connecticut Backflow certification.
- Ability to follow and implement safety guidelines and procedures.
- Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
- Ability to pass pre-employment background, motor vehicle record, and drug screenings.
- Customer-oriented interpersonal skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to use a phone or iPad for daily software applications and electronic documentation.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to perform NFPA 25 inspection and testing services.
- Ability to use general hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Ability to use aerial lifts and boom trucks.
- Ability to lift and carry at least 75 pounds and push and pull more than 75 pounds as needed.
- Ability to safely use and climb a ladder and reach at least 24 feet.
- Ability to work comfortably on a regular basis at heights greater than 26 feet.
Responsibilities
- Perform NFPA 25 inspections and testing of water-based fire protection systems.
- Service, maintain, and repair water-based fire protection systems, including fire sprinkler, fire pump, and backflow systems.
- Perform minor modifications and retrofits of fire sprinkler systems.
- Inspect, test, and repair backflow preventers.
- Identify NFPA compliance issues and prepare remediation recommendations.
- Visually inspect systems; disable horns and strobes; and notify alarm companies, central monitoring services, and fire departments as needed.
- Complete job paperwork promptly and submit it electronically.
- Report critical deficiencies and impairments to the deficiency coordinator and branch manager.
- Prepare detailed lists of labor, materials, and equipment needed for repair, service, and maintenance work.
- Coordinate with field and office staff to deliver quality work and customer service.
- Plan and gather materials and equipment for vehicles and jobs; use resources efficiently to complete work in a timely manner.
- Keep the work vehicle clean and organized and schedule routine maintenance when needed.
- Participate in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule for one-week periods and respond to confirm service calls within 30 minutes of receiving a call or text.
- Work weekday off-hours and weekends when required.
- Follow Impact Fire Services policies and procedures, safety guidelines, and testing requirements.
- Be punctual, ready to work as scheduled, and complete assigned duties promptly.
- Provide customer service in person and by phone to address customer questions and problems.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, paid weekly every Friday.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
- Immediately vested 401(k) company match.
- Shared Ownership Program monetary bonus for full-time employees.
- Manager guidance and support.
- Training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing.
- Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and inspection positions.
- Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 based on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
