What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Sprinkler Service Technician position at Century Fire Protection?
Century Fire Protection | Division 17 | Columbia, SC
Put your sprinkler experience to work protecting people and property.
Century Fire Protection is hiring an experienced Fire Sprinkler Service Technician for the Columbia area. If you enjoy hands-on work, troubleshooting system issues, and helping customers keep their facilities protected, we want to hear from you.
What you’ll do
- Troubleshoot, service, and repair wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge fire sprinkler systems.
- Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair backflow prevention assemblies.
- Diagnose system problems and determine necessary repairs.
- Perform system testing, flushing, and functional checks.
- Document service work, system deficiencies, and corrective actions.
- Communicate clearly with customers about system conditions and service needs.
- Work with inspectors, project managers, and fellow technicians.
- Keep service vehicles, tools, and inventory organized and maintained.
- Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
- Support emergency service calls and on-call coverage as required.
What you bring
- 3 years of fire sprinkler service or installation experience.
- Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and NFPA standards.
- Mechanical aptitude and solid troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read system drawings and specifications.
- High school education and basic computer and email skills.
- NICET certification preferred, or the ability to obtain it.
Work environment
You’ll work in active facilities and varying weather conditions. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, climbing ladders, and working at heights, along with lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. Overtime and an on-call rotation may be required.
Ready for your next opportunity? Apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of fire sprinkler service or installation experience do you have?
- Which systems have you personally serviced or repaired, and what work did you perform on each?
- What hands-on experience do you have testing, troubleshooting, or repairing backflow prevention assemblies? Please give an example and list any related certifications.
- Have you handled service calls independently, or primarily assisted another technician? Describe which tasks you can complete without supervision.
- Pay is based on experience and qualifications. What hourly pay range are you seeking?
Ability to Commute:
- Columbia, SC (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $44,545 - $60,268