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Metro Fire and Security · 1 month ago

Suppression Technician

Gilbert, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Metro Fire + Security is a family-owned fire protection company serving Arizona since 1972, dedicated to quality service and customer satisfaction. The Fire Suppression Technician is responsible for installing, servicing, repairing, and replacing suppression and hood systems, while ensuring compliance with safety codes and providing excellent customer service.

Customer ServiceProfessional ServicesPublic SafetyTraining

Responsibilities

Perform installation, inspection, service and repairs on special hazards fire suppression and other related system products

Service, troubleshoot and install many different manufactures’ (including Ansul, PyroChem, RangeGuard, Piranha, etc.) special hazard systems

Identify NFPA code and non-conformance issues

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals

Consult and advise customers regarding potential safety issues (i.e., need to clean hood, additional fire extinguishers, etc.)

Complete and produce reports that are legible, accurate and detailed prior to leaving job site

Invoice paperwork in a timely manner

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Pick up and properly dispose of all trash associated with work

Keep tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, etc

Stay current with code requirements and industry changes

Attend and complete all required safety training

Perform other related duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Fire suppression systemsNFPA code knowledgeBlueprint interpretationCSA CertificationOSHA CertificationPhysical staminaCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsWork independently

Required

Valid Driver's License

High School diploma/ GED

Two (2) years prior work experience

Ability to travel to multiple job sites each day

Knowledge of NFPA code and non-conformance issues

Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders multiples times a day

Decent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently, with little supervision

Knowledge of fire systems and tools

Organized, systematic and adherent to deadlines

Ability to work flexible hours including on-call rotation, nights, and weekend to meet customer needs

Able to carry and move tools and equipment up to 50-70 lbs

Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions – climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc

Willing to cross train on other fire systems (example: alarm, sprinkler, etc.)