Sprinkler Technician

NextGen • North Charleston, SC

4h • Onsite

About The Position

NextGen Technologies is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Technician for their commercial crew in North Charleston, SC. This role involves the inspection, testing, maintenance, and service of wet, dry, and specialty sprinkler systems on commercial job sites. The company has a strong presence in the Charleston market for commercial fire protection and offers steady work with a real backlog.

Requirements

• 3+ years hands-on commercial fire sprinkler experience
• Working knowledge of fire safety codes and standards
• Valid SC driver's license and clean MVR
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs alone (100 with assistance), working above 10 feet, and working in confined areas
• Able to stand for long periods and to lift, crouch, reach, push, and pull
• Able to work in extreme heat and cold and around loud noise

Nice To Haves

• NICET I preferred

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain commercial sprinkler systems to code
• Work with sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components
• Perform hydrostatic testing on fire department siamese connections
• Perform fire pump testing
• Complete inspection documentation and service reports
• Coordinate deficiencies with the service required to correct them
• Schedule and coordinate with building supers and porters
• Run service calls, troubleshoot, and respond to after-hours emergencies
• Instruct customers on proper system use and maintenance

Benefits

• Company vehicle, take-home once cleared to run calls independently
• Paid continuing education, including NICET, certifications, and exam fees
• Performance and certification bonuses
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Boot allowance after 1 year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed