Fire Suppression Technician

About the role

The Fire Suppression Technician is responsible for installing, inspecting, servicing, and repairing fire extinguishers, emergency exit lights, and pre-engineered suppression systems, including detection and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Use required tools and test equipment to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and detection & control systems components.
• Show comprehensive knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems, and detection & control systems.
• Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems and repair or replace damaged components.
• Communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
• Track work orders using Field Service Lightning, document work orders, and understand and follow SFS's Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in weekly Toolbox talks and ensure company-provided vehicles are clean and well-maintained.
• Attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay updated on latest technology, codes, and standards changes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred with state or any required certification.
• 2 years of Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.
• 2 years of professional computer skills.
• Effective reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements.
• Able to travel 90% of the time.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred with state or any required certification.
• Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements: 2 Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression, 2 years of professional computer skills.
• Other Qualifications: Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, able to travel 90% of the time.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Frequently bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift up to 50 lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time, see in color, close and far distances, adjust focus, balance, crouch, drive, lift over 50 lbs, sit, stoop, twist, work at heights, work outside, exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise.
• Work Environment: Regularly works outside, occasionally works indoors in an office setting, works alone and with others, wears appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program