Fire Suppression Technician

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Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
Industry‑leading provider of fire protection, life safety and security services across the U.S.
Install, test, maintain fire suppression & kitchen hood systems in commercial/residential buildings.
10 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
San Antonio, TX
Field
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Fire suppression systems
Fire alarm systems
Fire sprinkler systems
Portable fire extinguisher service
Restaurant/kitchen fire suppression
Special hazards systems
Physical security
Access control
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
inspections
report writing
system installation
code compliance
hood exhaust
  • Perform inspections to ensure suppression systems are installed according to code
  • Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues
  • While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
  • Install or upgrade suppression systems and kitchen hood exhaust systems in commercial and residential buildings
What you bring
clean driving
commercial systems
residential systems
suppression systems
fire certified
  • The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.
  • Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to/from the office or job site.
  • Experience with commercial and residential systems
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working with suppression systems
  • Test and repair systems already in place
  • Fire Protection Certification
Benefits
  • 401K with employer match
  • Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Training and Career Development
  • Company vehicle (if job applicable)
  • Excellent pay
  • Paid vacation and company holidays
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short-term disability
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Since 1946
Year Founded
Established in 1946, the company has a long-standing presence in fire and life-safety services.
30+ Acquisitions
Regional Acquisitions
Over 30 regional specialists were acquired to strengthen services across the United States.
200+ Locations
National Expansion
Expanded to over 200 locations, showcasing extensive national reach.
Top 10 SDM 100
Industry Ranking
Recognized as one of the top 10 companies in the SDM 100 list of leading security firms.
  • Its business model blends full‑service fire protection—extinguishers, sprinklers, suppression, alarms, special‑hazards systems—with integrated security and monitoring.
  • Typical projects range from installing sprinkler systems in commercial high‑rises, retrofitting suppression systems in food‑service kitchens, to deploying fire alarms and security in petrochemical plants and airports.
  • Specialist sectors include healthcare, hospitality, aviation, government, petrochemical, utilities, food services, and residential markets.
  • Unusually, the company preserves the legacy brands and teams it acquires—continuing local identities while leveraging national scale.
  • Strategic acquisitions often span from niche sprinkler firms to alarm & suppression experts, enabling rapid entry into new states and service areas.
Culture + Values
  • Makes recommendations that are always in the best interest of customers and provides responsive and dependable service every time.
  • Earns trust by caring for customers as they care for each other.
  • Shows utmost appreciation for the industry and each other, working together to help customers protect what they’ve built.
  • Committed to quality craftsmanship, quick response, and taking care of team members and customers like family.
Environment + Sustainability
  • No publicly stated net-zero target or formal environmental/sustainability strategy on company website or LinkedIn.
  • Invests in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs aimed at achieving zero accidents, reducing injuries and improving workplace safety efficiency.
  • Claims proactive safety measures: safety meetings, documentation, goal of zero accidents and fatalities.
  • Tangibly reports benefits from EHS efforts: cost-effectiveness, better quality, lower personnel turnover, reduced insurance rates, improved morale.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No formal DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics disclosed on company website or LinkedIn.
  • Reddit posts from acquired branches suggest increased opportunities for women and Black employees post‑acquisition.
  • No company‑released data on gender distribution, hiring targets, or DEI outcomes.
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Fire Suppression Technician at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in San Antonio, TX