Sprinkler Fitter

Job Duties

• Install, test, and maintain fire sprinkler systems according to codes and regulations.
• Conducting service calls which includes systems testing and inspections to the prescribed standards.
• Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting and repairs of our customer’s fire sprinkler systems.
• Identifying code issues and non-conformance issues.
• Preparing accurate and timely service tickets and reports.
• Perform Monthly Visual Inspections, Quarterly Testing, Semi Annual & Annual Flow Testing of Sprinkler Systems as per NFPA 25.
• Perform 5-Year Hydro-static Testing on the FD Connections (Both Sprinkler and Standpipe) and experience in working with FDNY to witness testing.
• Perform Annual Fire Pump Testing along with Monthly/Weekly Churn Testing.
• Service and maintain proper reporting and deficiencies within commercial high-rise, industrial, hotels, hospitals, residences, and all other types of commercial applications.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with clients regarding system operations and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Valid and current state driver's license, required.
• HS diploma/GED equivalent, required.
• Ability to be available when scheduled and on-call as needed, required.
• Minimum of 2-year experience in the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of fire sprinklers or related equipment, required.
• Knowledge and experience to perform Monthly Visual Inspections, Quarterly Testing, Semi Annual & Annual Flow Testing of Sprinkler Systems as per NFPA 25.
• Ability to perform 5-Year Hydro-static Testing on the FD Connections (Both Sprinkler and Standpipe) and experience in working with FDNY to witness testing.
• Knowledge and experience in performing Annual Fire Pump Testing along with Monthly/Weekly Churn Testing.
• Able to obtain additional COF if applicable.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment & tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual & difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding & high-lift equipment up to 40-ft, to work within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Able to work flexible hours including weekends when required.
• Able to participate in an on-call rotation schedule.
• Able to demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Able to successfully perform service and repairs on sprinkler systems for commercial & industrial.
• Able to act as the contact customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems and residential applications, some which may include: Wet (steel, copper and CPVC), Dry, Pre-Action, Deluge, Fire Pumps, NICET Level II/NICET Level III Certification in Water Based Systems preferred, Back-flow Certification, preferred.