Fire Sprinkler Fitter, Installation & Repair

Fire Sprinkler Fitter, Installation & Repair

About Us

Fire Extinguisher Service Center, a division of Northwest Fire Inc, is a leading provider of services and equipment for the fire protection and life-safety in the Pacific Northwest. We are a family-owned and operated business serving the Oregon, Southwest Washington and Coastal communities for over 60 years. We serve the commercial and residential customers, functioning as a single-point-of-contact for their fire/life-safety systems and protection needs, including equipment and services to protect their personnel, premises, and maintain compliance with property insurance providers as well as local, state, federal codes and regulations.

Responsibilities - Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Inspector

We are seeking an experienced hands-on candidate in the fire protection industry to join and propel our growing Fire Sprinkler Systems Installation & Repair team. This is a full-time position requiring experience in overseeing and project managing multiple fire system installation(s), repairs and/or modifications, and coordinating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate (fire sprinkler fitter/inspector) will be a key contributor in the bidding process, directing junior personnel, and guiding team members in their continuing development.

General Duties - Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Inspector

• Perform installation repair of fire sprinkler and ancillary systems including underground pipping, etc., in accordance with NFPA 13/13R/13D, NFPA 14/15/16, NFPA 20/22, NFPA 24 and working knowledge of localized standards as may be required.
• Perform periodic inspection on fire sprinkler systems per NFPA 25.
• Provide recommendations and repairs to be performed on fire protection systems, as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, schematics, and operational product manuals to complete the installation of fire protection systems.
• Collaborate and assist the sales team with proposal/bids for new system installations and/or repairs.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior team members in the field.
• Coordinate and assist Field Service personnel with testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps and ancillary fire protection systems while following applicable building codes.
• Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting and repairs as may be needed.
• Prepare accurate and timely compliance reports, including deficiency remediation and jurisdictional authority compliance reporting as needed.
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with customers, provide counsel and advise to customers and/or their representatives regarding potential fire safety matters.
• Other general duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Compensation package including:

• Aggressively competitive compensation, depending on experience, inclusive of monthly bonus for your contributions to the success of the company
• This position is non-exempt salaried, eligible for overtime
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with a great company match
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Flexible and employee friendly policies
• Sponsorship & reimbursement for continuing education, licensing, and certifications

Ideal Candidates Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in some combination of installation/service/troubleshooting Fire Sprinkler and Ancillary Fire Protection Systems,
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and tools,
• State of Oregon, Fire Sprinkler Certification or Cit of Portland Automatic Sprinkler System Installation, Alteration, Testing, Service or Repair,
• State of Washington, Level III and/or Journey Pipefitter certification, or willingness to take the Journey Pipefitter certification within 90 days of starting,
• Great attention to details and documentation precision,
• Solid verbal and written communication skills,
• Ability to work independently with little supervision, lead and develop junior team members,
• Proficiency in installation/servicing of fixed fire suppression systems, a great plus
• Working Knowledge of NFPA codes, local fire codes
• ICC certification(s), a great plus
• NICET II or higher certification, a great plus
• Backflow certification, a great plus
• Knowledge of fire extinguishers, a great plus
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions – climbing ladders multiple times per day, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.,
• Carry, move tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Clean driving record and current driving license