Licensed Fire Sprinkler Technician

Impact Fire•Springfield, MA

13d

About The Position

Responsible for inspection, installation, and repair of Wet, Dry, Pre-action, Deluge and Foam systems; Testing, rebuilding and/or replacing Backflow Preventers. Responsible for identifying trouble areas and performing service in an efficient and professional manner to ensure that sprinkler systems are operating properly. Responsibilities include: Perform visual inspection of system, disabling horn & strobes, and alerting alarm company and fire department. Install/hang sprinkler systems and their components per NFPA and engineering guidelines. Install or replace wet, dry, pre-action, deluge and foam systems as needed. Repair and/or replace all sprinkler systems components. Repair, replace and rebuild backflow preventers as necessary. Prepare sprinkler pipe, using threader when needed, and stock truck with inventory required to perform the job. Work efficiently and utilize resources to complete jobs in a timely manner. Perform basic vehicle maintenance and keep work truck clean and organized. Manage inventory and tools for each job to ensure proper parts and tools are on hand. Manage the installation job site in an efficient and safe manner keeping it clean, organized, & professional. Complete NFPA certification and life safety testing, maintaining current knowledge of NFPA code.

Requirements

Massachusetts Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter License
1-3 years field experience in Fire Sprinkler and Backflow systems service.
Fire and /or Life Safety Systems experience.
Must have or be able & willing to attain state Sprinkler and/or Backflow License.
Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements.
Must have a strong mechanical aptitude.
Must be able to visually inspect and service sprinkler and backflow systems.
Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes.
May (often will) require ability to effectively use a Sprinkler Pipe Threader.

Nice To Haves

Proven success in performance of Sprinkler inspection, installation, and service is highly preferred.
NICET Certification in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems and/or Water-Based Systems Layout, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform visual inspection of system, disabling horn & strobes, and alerting alarm company and fire department.
Install/hang sprinkler systems and their components per NFPA and engineering guidelines.
Install or replace wet, dry, pre-action, deluge and foam systems as needed.
Repair and/or replace all sprinkler systems components.
Repair, replace and rebuild backflow preventers as necessary.
Prepare sprinkler pipe, using threader when needed, and stock truck with inventory required to perform the job.
Work efficiently and utilize resources to complete jobs in a timely manner.
Perform basic vehicle maintenance and keep work truck clean and organized.
Manage inventory and tools for each job to ensure proper parts and tools are on hand.
Manage the installation job site in an efficient and safe manner keeping it clean, organized, & professional.
Complete NFPA certification and life safety testing, maintaining current knowledge of NFPA code.