Fire Sprinkler Systems Technician
Core
Install, service, and troubleshoot fire protection piping, valves, pumps, and sprinkler systems (wet/dry/pre-action) for commercial and industrial applications.
Role type
Field technician for fire protection systems
Builds
Fire safety infrastructure for data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing facilities
Domain
Building services / Fire safety engineering
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Installation of fire protection piping and valves, troubleshooting wet/dry/pre-action systems, reading construction blueprints, operating fire pumps, physical labor (lifting up to 60 lbs, working at heights up to 40 ft), computer/phone skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, iPhone apps)
Preferred skills
Sprinkler and Backflow license, NICET certification, accredited skilled-trade education
Technologies
Fire protection piping materials, valves, fire pumps, construction blueprints, iPhone apps
Responsibilities
Install fire protection piping, valves, and accessories; service and repair sprinkler systems and backflows; read complex construction blueprints; maintain clean and safe work areas; complete time reports and documentation; coordinate with dispatchers regarding schedule changes
Seniority
Mid-level technician (3-5 years experience)