Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Position Summary:

Jorgensen Company is looking for a Fire Sprinkler Service Technician to join our team. The technician will perform routine inspection testing of water-based fire sprinkler systems to include but not limited to, wet systems, dry systems, pre-action systems, Deluge systems and fire pumps with associated equipment. The Fire Sprinkler Service Technician is responsible for the inspection, service, and repair of fire sprinkler systems. This position is also responsible for ensuring detailed write-ups of fire inspection reports in accordance with NFPA 25 Title 19.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

· Accomplish inspections under NFPA 25 water-based sprinkler/suppression systems guidelines and other equipment that is a part of the overall fire protection system.

· Perform inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems under NFPA 25 Title 19.

· Perform a 5-year inspection on water-based sprinkler/suppression systems.

· Utilize various hand tools, shop tools, and equipment for testing fire sprinklers.

· Troubleshoot, repair and/or replacement of defective components of the water-based sprinkler system, fire pumps, pump controllers, water flow and tamper switches.

· Request and maintain accountability for parts, tools, equipment, and materials required for work performance and work assignments.

· May be required to conduct both routine and emergency services after normal work periods.

· Available to work after-hours on-call rotation.

· Responsible for safe operation, cleanliness, and operator maintenance of assigned vehicle.

· Prepare and complete required work documents/reports.

· Comply with safety/environmental standards and safe work practices.

· Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as part of a team.

· Other assignments as duties require.

Requirements:

· Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

· Fire Sprinkler Fitter Card (Preferred but not required). Skilled and trained (Preferred)

· 2 - 3 years of experience servicing fire sprinkler systems with strong knowledge of 5-year inspections.

· Familiar with applicable fire and building codes (Preferred)

· A valid state issued driver’s license & DMV record that is acceptable to our insurance.

· Travel within region, overnight stays may be required in rare instances.

Benefits:

· Health Insurance

· Dental/Vision Insurance

· 401(k)

· ESOP Shares

· Flexible Spending Account

· Life Insurance

· Holidays

· Paid Time Off

· Fun, Friendly Work Environment

· M-F, 8-hour shifts emergency call

· Company service vehicle provided

Pay: $28.00/hr. - $45.00/hr.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and work in the field, which could involve exposure to different weather conditions and potentially noisy environments. You must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. You must also be able to drive a motor vehicle. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, and ability to focus. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Jorgensen Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination and harassment of any type against employees and applicants based on age, race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, sex, national origin, religion, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Note: Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a background and DMV record (if applicable) check and pre-employment drug screen (if applicable) once the signed offer is received.