Fire Protection Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits :

Atlantic Constructors is dedicated to providing its employees and their eligible family members with a wide range of benefits.

From competitive benefits to on-site wellness programs, we provide resources to support you and your family's health, well-being and happiness.

We have created a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

• Medical Insurance Plans
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website.

Summary / Objective :

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
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility : No

Required :

• 5+ years of experience as a Sprinkler Fitter; or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
• NICET Level 2
• Backflow certified
• Experience installation and rebuilding of fire pumps
• Ridgid 300 power machine (cutting and threading pipe) experience
• Ability to interpret blueprints and architectural drawings
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Must be able to pass post-offer pre-employment drug screen, and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.

e. DMV, criminal history)

• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following :

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

Physical Demands :

• This role routinely uses construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand and power tools
• While performing duties of the job the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand / walk for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently is required to use 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, Fire Protection