Fire Sprinkler Technician

The Tustin Group • Full-time • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • $38 - $48 / hour • 3m ago

At The Tustin Group, we believe strong relationships start with communication. We keep our people informed because transparency fuels teamwork, and teamwork builds trust. And trust is at the core of everything we do.

We're currently looking for a seasoned technician to take a leadership role within our dedicated field team. If you're someone who thrives on collaboration, takes pride in your craft, and wants to be part of a company where your voice matters, we want to hear from you.

Here's what you can expect when you join our Fire Protection Team:

Sign On Bonus
Receive up to $5,000 as a reward for your experience and expertise.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support you and your family.
Company Paid Health Plan Option
We fully cover the cost of an employee only high deductible health plan for those who prefer this option.
401k with Company Match
Plan ahead with confidence through employer contributions to your retirement.
Generous Paid Time Off
Start with 16 days of PTO beginning on your first day.
Paid Holidays
Includes New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Birthday Off
Celebrate your day your way, on us. This time off can be used anytime during your birthday month.
Company Vehicle
Includes a gas card and toll pass so you have what you need for the job.
Uniforms Provided
Professional, branded uniforms at no cost to you.
Daily Overtime Pay
Overtime eligibility begins after 8 hours worked in a day.
Team Events and Gatherings
We value time together, both on and off the job.
Career Growth and Stability
Join a respected organization that invests in your development and recognizes your contributions.

Sound like a fit? Reach out to us today.

Full job details below:

Summary:

To lay out, assemble, install, takeover, retrofit and/or service wet and dry sprinkler systems, backflow devices, pumps, and other related equipment. Resolve and/or troubleshoot problems in a timely and efficient manner, be on-call for after-hours or weekend emergencies, and perform installation work on an as-needed basis. Duties assigned will be performed in a timely manner to meet all company standards as well as any applicable Federal, State, or Local codes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform installation, takeover, or retrofit per design
Interface sprinkler system with fire alarm system or monitoring device
Capable for troubleshooting, identifying, and repairing systems as required to meet state and local codes
Perform test(s) to verify correct function system-wide
Perform regular inspections of fire sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 25 and applicable state/local codes.
Visually inspect all system components, connections, links, heads, pumps, and valves, and configuration of system installation
Interface with customers to explain work to be performed, answer their questions and address their concerns in a knowledgeable and respectful manner
Keep vehicle neat, clean and organized at all times
Perform routine inventory checks of tools, equipment, parts, devices and paperwork
Completes all required paperwork such as inspection reports, S.O.'s, timesheets, etc. thoroughly, neatly and submits completed paperwork daily.
Attends all required company meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills:

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required: Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
Required: 5+ years related experience
Preferred: Sprinkler Apprenticeship program graduate,
Preferred: Advanced Technical School Training
Preferred Certification: NICET Level 2
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Demonstrate integrity, honesty
Mechanical skills and aptitude
Proficient in basic computer skills
Demonstrate problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Able to interact with all levels being served
Able to adapt behavior to different people and situations. Be flexible by adjusting interpersonal approaches appropriate to the manager/employee

Physical Demands:

Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Frequently required to stand and talk or hear, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell.
Must be able to climb ladders and work heights.
Occasionally lift up to one hundred (100) pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Regular and Timely Attendance
Must pass initial and random substance abuse tests