Fire Suppression Technician

Overview

Install, inspect, service, and repair fire extinguishers and suppression systems.

Key Responsibilities

• work orders
• system repair
• troubleshooting
• customer communication
• documentation
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc. -Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies. -Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems. -Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes. -Use required tools and test equipment such as power machines groovers, cutters, band saw, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and/or Detection & Control systems components. -Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Employee must always know location all related safety documentation on each project. -Repair or replace damaged components of pre-engineered suppression systems as well as fire extinguishers and/or Detection & Control systems. -Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner. -Complete documentation on work orders.

Requirements

• nfpa
• fire safety
• driver's license
• high school
• computer skills
• certification

What You Bring

-State or any required certification, preferred. -Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. -High School Diploma or equivalent, required. -Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers. -2 Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression. -Must be able to travel 90% of the time. -Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and/or Detection & Control systems. -Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner. -Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement. -2 years of professional computer skills.

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Benefits

-Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents -401(k) Plan with Company Match -Medical Insurance -Dental Insurance -Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid -Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity -Employee Referral Program -Paid Vacation and Holidays -Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid -Flexible Spending Accounts -Employee Assistance Program -Vision Insurance

About Summit Fire & Security

-Rebranded to Summit Fire & Security in 2018 after joining SFP Holding. -Offers comprehensive services from engineering and installation to 24/7 monitoring across multiple U.S. regions. -Provides services for new-construction alarm and sprinkler systems in commercial buildings, residential safety installations, and ongoing lifecycle maintenance. -Headquartered in Reno with branches spanning Western, Southern, and Eastern U.S., blending local responsiveness with national scale. -Operates as a full-service partner, often absorbing smaller local fire-security firms under a centralized corporate framework. -Trusted for both standard builds and mission-critical sites, offering bespoke clean-agent suppression, warehouse integrations, and advanced intrusion systems.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must comply with sfs’s drug and alcohol policy and undergo background screening, possibly including customer‑specific requirements.