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Sprinkler Technician 3

Sprinkler Technician 3

Clearance JobsFairfax, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Sprinkler Technician 3

Demonstrates a high level of expertise and leadership in inspecting, testing, and servicing fire sprinkler systems and is responsible for leading complex projects, providing mentorship to junior technicians, and ensuring the optimal performance and safety of sprinkler systems.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and oversee comprehensive inspection, advanced testing, and in-depth troubleshooting of various sprinkler and preaction systems and their components.
  • Perform inspections and testing of fire alarm, special hazard systems, kitchen hoods and preaction systems.
  • Independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in sprinkler systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Manage and maintain detailed records of service activities, including detailed reports, system analyses, and recommendations for improvements.
  • Supervise and mentor junior technicians, providing guidance, training, and support in executing service tasks.
  • Participate in project planning, system design, and implementation efforts to enhance sprinkler systems functionality.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver seamless service, address system deficiencies, and optimize performance.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes to uphold compliance and industry standards.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality service delivery, and customer satisfaction in all service activities.
  • Conduct site survey to sprinkler systems upgrade and bringing systems up to code, develop corresponding bill of materials, labor projection and schedule
  • Create redline drawings for as-built preparation
  • Lead sprinkler projects of various sized and complexity
  • Plan, lead and perform five years internal sprinkler inspection and testing
  • Troubleshoot complex fire suppression and sprinkler issues
  • Perform pre-testing and final acceptance testing with Fire Marshal for assigned projects;
  • Develop and maintain relationships with building owners, building managers, and other customer representatives;
  • Read and interpret wiring diagrams, work orders, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
  • Maintain truck inventory;
  • Be on rotation to respond to afterhours service calls as scheduled by supervisor;
  • Pursue and maintain industry certifications, as well as grow technical and customer service skills with active support from MCDean.
  • Conduct sprinkler system survey to identify system condition, compliance with various NFPA codes and another applicable codes and regulations, analyse coverage, functionality, provide assessment and recommendation for system perfromance improvement and life prolongation
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
  • Perform online research, installation manuals, manufacture manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures;

Qualifications : Education :

  • High School Diploma (required)
  • 8 years of relevant experience or 2 years technology degree and 6 years of relevant experience
  • Certifications :

  • NICET II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems or
  • Pass NICET II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems exam within 90 days of employment
  • State Backflow Certification or obtain within 90 days employment
  • Fire Pump Test Certification or obtain within 90 days of employment
  • Requirements :

  • Ability to obtain US Secret clearance.
  • Above average level of attention to detail and professional work ethic.
  • Commitment to excellence and a high quality of work.
  • Knowledge of NFPA 25, NFPA 13, NEC, Fire Sprinkler System Theory, OSHA Requirements and Industry Standards for Fire sprinkler systems installation
  • Ability to function in a controlled, effective manner under stress.
  • Strong desire to continuously increase your skill set and take on more responsibility.
  • Above average communication skills with customers, other field personnel, office staff and sub-contractors
  • Excellent decision-making skills.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Abilities :

  • Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.
  • Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
  • Work at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
  • Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
  • Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
  • May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
  • Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
  • Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
  • Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
  • See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  • Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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