Fire Protection Technician

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday / 6:00am-4:00pm

Reports To: Superintendent

About the Position:

We are seeking an experienced Fire Protection Service Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for troubleshooting, servicing, repairing, maintaining, and installing fire protection systems and equipment at commercial, industrial, and other customer facilities.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in the fire protection industry, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in the field. The technician will work closely with customers, inspectors, estimators, and the service department to identify problems and complete repairs safely, efficiently, and professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, service, repair, and maintain fire protection systems and equipment.
• Perform service work on fire sprinkler, fire alarm, fire suppression, and/or specialty suppression systems based on training and qualifications.
• Diagnose system deficiencies and determine the appropriate corrective action.
• Perform repairs and modifications in accordance with applicable codes, standards, manufacturer requirements, and company procedures.
• Complete approved service work accurately and efficiently.
• Review inspection reports and deficiency documentation to determine required repairs.
• Install, replace, and repair fire protection components and equipment.
• Test systems and equipment following repairs to verify proper operation.
• Identify additional deficiencies or repair needs discovered while performing service work and communicate them to the service department.
• Complete accurate service reports, time records, material usage, and other required documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding work performed, system conditions, and recommended repairs.
• Coordinate with the office regarding job status, required materials, additional work, and scheduling concerns.
• Maintain service vehicle, tools, equipment, and inventory in good working condition.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and professional work area at customer locations.
• Participate in emergency or after-hours service calls as required by the position.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience working in the fire protection industry.
• Hands-on experience servicing, troubleshooting, repairing, or installing fire protection systems.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, system documentation, inspection reports, and manufacturer information.
• Ability to accurately diagnose problems and determine appropriate repairs.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned service calls.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional customer-service skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to safely operate ladders, lifts, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to travel to customer locations throughout the service area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple types of fire protection systems.
• NICET certification or other recognized fire protection certifications.
• State or local fire protection licenses/certifications.
• NFPA code knowledge.
• Fire sprinkler service experience.
• Fire alarm service experience.
• Fire pump service experience.
• Experience with specialty suppression systems.
• Welding, pipefitting, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing experience.
• Experience using electronic service reporting or work-order software.
• OSHA or other relevant safety training.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry tools, equipment, pipe, and fire protection components.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in various positions.
• Climb ladders and work from lifts when required.
• Work in mechanical rooms, ceilings, rooftops, equipment rooms, and other areas where fire protection equipment is located.
• Work in hot, cold, dusty, wet, elevated, confined, or otherwise challenging environments.
• Wear required PPE and follow jobsite safety requirements.
• Safely perform physical tasks associated with fire protection service and repair work.

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for a technician who takes ownership of their work and takes pride in doing the job correctly.

The successful candidate will be dependable, mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and able to troubleshoot problems rather than simply replace components. You should be comfortable working independently while knowing when to communicate with the office or management when additional support, materials, or authorization is needed.

Because our technicians represent the company directly in the field, professionalism and customer service are extremely important. We expect our technicians to communicate clearly with customers, maintain a clean work area, and leave each job with the customer confident that their fire protection system has been properly serviced.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company vehicle
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• Company uniforms
• Paid training and certification opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement
• Overtime opportunities
• On-call / emergency service compensation

Pay Range: $25.00–$45.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Fire Protection Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you physically capable, properly trained, and working in a safe environment to operate ladders, lifts, and other aerial platforms?

Experience:

• Fire Protection System Service: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• NICET Cetificate (Preferred)
• OSHA 10 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• McKees Rocks, PA 15136 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $45