Fire Suppression Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year?

Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Companies may be right for you!

Summit Companies, through its subsidiaries, is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance.

We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce.

Summit Companies is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 100 locations in more than 30 states.

Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Companies supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers.

Many members of our leadership team serve as chair on NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools.

Summit Companies supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications.

We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment.

We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth.

The combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality of fire protection services to protect lives and property.

JOB SUMMARY :

The purpose of the Fire Suppression Technician is to provide installation, inspection, service and / or repair of Fire Extinguishers and any Pre-Engineered Suppression Systems and / or Fire Alarm & Security system with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

Use required tools and test equipment such as power machines groovers, cutters, band saw, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and / or fire alarm & security systems components.

Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and / or fire alarm & security systems.

Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.

Repair or replace damaged components of pre-engineered suppression systems as well as fire extinguishers and / or fire alarm & security systems.

Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.

Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.

Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.

Complete documentation on work orders.

Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks.

Employee must always know location all related safety documentation on each project.

Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.

Suppression Technicians will be placed in on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service requests.

Periodically attend seminars or similar education / training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.

Train service technician trainees in all applicable aspects of this job description.

Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications :

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

State or any required certification, preferred.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements :

2 Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.

2 years of professional computer skills

Communication Skills :

Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Other Qualifications :

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.

Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

Must be able to travel 90% of the time.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS