Fire Life Safety Technician

Summit Fire Protection • Full-time • Fort Collins, Colorado, United States • $25 - $35 / hour • 1m ago

JOB SUMMARY:

A Fire Life Safety Technician is responsible for successfully laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing fires sprinkler systems, and maintaining piping systems, fixtures, sprinklers, and industrial processing systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Install pipe systems and valves
Cut, thread, assemble and bond piping and tubes according to specifications
Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, and fittings
Remove and replace worn components
Follow blueprints to meet product specifications
Calculate material measurements to verify specifications
Mentor and coach Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice’s and Helpers on proper installation techniques
Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications:

HS Diploma or equivalent, required.
Advanced technical school training or related work experience preferred.
Current Fire Sprinkler License, required.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:

3-5 years’ experience installing pipe systems and valves, required. 5+ years’ experience, preferred.
Must be able to work alone and as part of a team. Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, customer service skills, decision making skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train other is required.

Communication Skills:

Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Systems and Software Skills:

Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required. Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Other Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
Must be able to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend, and descend step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneel, lift <50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Employees are required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.

Work Environment:

Frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel is required. Employees will frequently be required to work inside and outside in hot/cold temperatures and be exposed to loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes, and odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards frequently. Employees will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, uneven and slippery surfaces. Employees must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties, as necessary.

Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire Protection may be right for you!

Summit Fire Protection, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customer across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire Protection is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 25 locations in more than 8 states.

Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire Protection supports trade skills and workforce development. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire Protection supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We continually strive to be theEmployer of Choicefor highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth.

Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Benefits

Summit Fire Protection offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with anindustry leadingand affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes:

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

Our Core Values

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We arePASSIONATEabout life safety
We haveINTEGRITY(Do the right thing)
We work inPARTNERSHIPwith our customers and community
We constantly strive forOPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE(Do things right)

Summit Fire Protection participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire Protection is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.