Lead Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

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This position is responsible for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. Lead technicians are responsible for monitoring general assigned activities of a team in the field to include installation, testing, trouble-shooting and subsequent repairs of fire sprinklers / life safety systems and related components.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Conduct routine preventative maintenance on sprinkler fire suppression systems

Service and inspections of wet, dry and pre-action fire suppression systems

Installs, maintains, repairs, or replaces fire sprinkler equipment and systems in strict accordance with applicable codes and standards

Servicing of wet based fire sprinkler systems

Interact with customers in a mature and professional manner

Install or upgrade fire sprinklers in commercial and residential buildings

Test and repair alarm systems already in place

Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code

Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues and report results of work completed in an accurate, timely manner

Protect and maintain company equipment.

Inspect and maintain the truck and all related equipment, putting in repair requests as necessary to maintain safe operation.

Operate warehouse equipment, including vehicles, in a way that facilitates the loading and unloading of the truck while observing all safety regulations and manufacturer’s safety instructions for that equipment.

Work in a safe manner as outlined by company safety procedures including driver safety and personal protective equipment.

Respond to emergency service calls

Maintain a clean and safe workspace

Ability to follow direction and work independently when needed.

Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education / Qualification :

Must have a minimum of three years of experience with fire sprinkler systems.

NICET certification preferred (requires prior experience or training)

Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (including 70 and 72)

Experience with commercial and residential systems

Requires the ability to act in a lead capacity and manage teams or groups of individuals on projects.

Troubleshooting skills.

Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work in a team environment as well as work independently.

Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to / from the office or job site.

Must be flexible with scheduling requirements that occasionally will require evening, weekend and / or out-of-town assignments.

Requires the ability to display knowledge of principles, practices, codes and regulations related to the work.

Requires the ability to display knowledge of basic practices of reviewing official documents for completeness and accuracy.

Requires the ability to recognize and report deviations through inspection programs.

Requires the ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.

Requires the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

Requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

Requires the ability to use or repair small / light equipment, such as power tools, ladders, medium equipment and machinery.

Other Duties :

Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements :

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and / or move heavy objects.

The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions : balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.

Benefits and Perks : Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Immediate qualification for the  ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer