Fire Protection Service Technician

Summary/Objective

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career-minded individuals to join our expanding team. Responsible for the installation and testing of automatic fire suppression systems.

Essential Functions

• Inspects, repairs, tests, adjusts and removes sprinkler systems using instructions and pre-established guidelines
• Cuts, threads and hangs pipe
• Responsible for the installation and rebuilding of fire pumps
• Installation of valves, couplings and other fittings
• Reads and interprets drawings and specifications to determine layout requirements
• Installs clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment
• Connects piping system to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
• Tests system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment
• Trains and directs the day to day work of a helper
• Maintains appropriate documentation for the work performed

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Required Experience

• 2+ years of experience as a Sprinkler Fitter or Fire Protection Service Tech; or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
• NICET Level 2 preferred, but not required
• Backflow certified preferred but not required
• Experience installation and rebuilding of fire pumps preferred
• Ridgid 300 power machine (cutting and threading pipe) experience

Skills

• Ability to interpret blueprints and architectural drawings
• Ability to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills

Physical Demands

• May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold, and dampness
• May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust
• May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights
• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold, and dampness
• May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust
• May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights
• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus

Travel

May require travel (typically not overnight)

Preferred

• Prior military experience
• HS diploma or GED equivalent
• Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler

Final Compensation

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EEO/Affirmative Action Employer

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer