Sprinkler Fitter - Service

Classic Fire + Life Safety•Calgary, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

A Service Sprinkler Fitter is responsible for the inspections, service, repair, and preventative maintenance of installed fire protection systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, and suppression systems, as well as fire pumps, backflows, and hydrant devices. The company, Classic Fire + Life Safety (CFLS), is a leader in the fire protection and life safety industry, seeking talented, knowledgeable, and motivated staff to join their team. CFLS partners with customers to ensure building and occupant safety through new construction, modernization, system upgrades, preventative maintenance, and service. They offer a great working environment with opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

A member of local 496 in good standing
2+ years of service van experience
Clean driver's abstract and valid driver's license
Journeyperson status
Follow verbal and written instructions
Provide clear and efficient communication
Capable of performing physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
Majority of work is all above head
Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment, working within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
Capable and experienced with using mobile devices (iPad/iPhone) for completing reports and deficiencies.

Nice To Haves

Able to get Security Clearances is an asset
Approval for additional manpower.
Communication regarding CFLS or site-specific safety requirements.
On-site installation conflicts.
Approval for all human resource related matters (ie. holidays, leave of absence, letter of employment history).

Responsibilities

Inspect fire protection systems throughout different facilities to ensure they are free of damage/leaks and provide adequate protection for the hazard level.
Provide detailed descriptions of deficiencies found with full solutions and material lists.
Test fire protection systems, troubleshoot issues, and suggest proper repairs.
Navigate on-site issues and manage time efficiently while ensuring thorough inspections.
Perform weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual testing of wet, dry, preaction, and deluge systems, including control valves, low pressure switches, accelerators, dry valves, solenoids, and releasing devices.
Inspect compressors and identify maintenance requirements.
Perform weekly and monthly checks of fire pumps (diesel and electric), confirming proper operation of controllers, safety features, pressures, fluid levels, and packing.
Conduct annual performance tests for electric/diesel fire pumps with flow meters or testing equipment.
Record readings from fire pumps and associated drivers, adjusting relief valves as needed.
Perform basic diagnosis of pump performance or driver issues.
Ensure pump installations meet current requirements and make recommendations for compliance.
Perform standpipe flow tests from the most remote hose cabinet during annual inspections to verify flow and pressure requirements.
Address deficiencies for all system types, including minor pump repairs.
Service and repair all aspects of fire protection equipment.
Relocate and add sprinkler heads.
Repair or modify system piping.
Repair or replace system components.
Complete internal valve and pipe assessments.
Perform hydrostatic testing on FDCs and backflow forward flows.
Conduct air loss tests on dry/preaction systems.
Troubleshoot issues with proper system operation, providing thorough solutions with material as needed.
Attend a wide range of service calls to address and diagnose issues with system components.
Identify and provide effective solutions, completing repairs in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively with customers, ensuring valuable quality service.
Be on call for designated after-hours time frames, receiving and independently resolving after-hours service calls for their specific region.