Fire Sprinkler Service Helper

Division 134. - Odenton, MD

Summary

Responsible for assisting with service, repair and maintenance of wet fire and dry sprinkler systems including pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads. The Helper is an entry level position designed to introduce employees to the Fire Protection industry and will be exposed to various sprinkler repair scenarios for commercial, residential buildings, and industrial applications in compliance with current codes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Support Technician with inspecting control valves position, condition, and accessibility.
• Assist with examining sprinkler heads for position, condition, and any obstructions.
• Help Technician in checking all visible piping, hangers, drain valves, and gauges.
• Aid in conducting water flow tests on systems, fire pumps, standpipes, and hydrants.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED; 0-6 months related experience or training. Some knowledge of the construction, plumbing, or HVAC industries is highly preferred, but not required.

Other Requirements:

• Pre-employment drug screen required.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Must be able to regularly accept and work emergency service and repair calls from the dispatcher outside of normal business hours including late at night, early in the morning, and weekends.
• Overtime may be required.

Chesapeake Fire Protection (formerly Chesapeake Sprinkler Company) was originally founded in 1978 as a small family-owned business to serve the fire protection needs of the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. areas. You can rely on our extensive experience, knowledge of the latest technologies, and first-class fabrication facility to meet your fire protection needs.

Chesapeake Fire Protection became a Century Fire Protection Company in 2022. This allowed us to further expand our resources, capacity, and skills to serve our clients. We are headquartered in Odenton, MD with an additional branch office in Ashburn, VA.

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Salary : $20 - $24