What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Sprinkler Service Helper position at Century Fire Protection?
Division 24 - Knoxville, TN
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.
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
Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!
We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
Benefits
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:
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.
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.
Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!
We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
Benefits
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