Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician

Guardian Fire Protection Services•Rockville, MD

About The Position

Guardian Fire Protection Services, LLC., has been an industry leader for fire protection services in the local Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area for over 45 years. Since its founding, Guardian has grown its footprint to include 17 offices in seven states in the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and South-Atlantic. Guardian is headquartered in Rockville, MD and is responsible for the design, installation, inspection, and repair services for fire protection and security systems. Guardian specializes in sprinkler systems, fire pumps, fire extinguishers, fire alarm and monitoring services, wet & dry chemical suppression systems, clean agent and inert gas systems, special hazards systems, marine fire suppression systems, access control, burglar alarms, and video surveillance (CCTV). We have an extensive customer base performing inspection, installation, and repair services for over 50,000 customers. Our company is continually growing through its internal sales and marketing activities, technical prowess, strong reputation, and business acquisitions. Guardian Fire Protection, LLC. is currently seeking a Lead Fire Sprinkler Technician for our Fire Sprinkler Department. This position requires the ability to service, inspect and repair sprinkler systems for established customers on a scheduled basis and must be able for on call rotation.

Requirements

A current valid driver's license with 3 or less points is required.
Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
Two or more years inspecting and repairing fire sprinkler systems.
Must have knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes
Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
Able to lift up to 70lbs, to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
Well organized and able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Nice To Haves

Performing Fire Pump Flow Tests preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Conduct Service Calls, performing onsite emergency troubleshooting and repairs of our customer's fire sprinkler systems, identifying code issues and non-conformance issues
Ability to interpret and apply NFPA 25 codes during testing and inspections.
Willing to become or currently NICET certified in Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems.
Performing Fire Pump Flow Tests preferred, but not required.
Preparing accurate, detailed and timely service tickets and reports
Communicates with customers to explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.