Sprinkler Technician; Fire Suppression Systems Technician

Job Purpose

The Sprinkler Technician (Fire Suppression Systems Technician) is responsible for the inspection, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automatic fire sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and special hazard suppression systems at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) and designated outlying military installations throughout Hawaii.

Work will be performed in accordance with applicable requirements, including NFPA 13, NFPA 25, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, UFC 3-600-01, DoD/Navy installation directives, local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements, and other applicable federal and installation standards. The position helps ensure fire suppression systems remain fully operational to protect government property and personnel.

The position reports to the Project Manager/Site Supervisor and works closely with the installation Fire Department, Facilities Engineering, and Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).

• Inspect, test, and maintain wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, deluge, and foam-water automatic sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 25 and applicable UFC standards.
• Perform annual, semi-annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly inspections as required by NFPA 25 and the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
• Inspect and test standpipe systems, including hose connections, pressure gauges, and flow tests, in accordance with NFPA 14.
• Inspect, test, and maintain electric and diesel-driven fire pumps in accordance with NFPA 20, including weekly/monthly churn tests and annual flow tests.
• Troubleshoot and repair system deficiencies, including leaking heads and fittings, corroded piping, valve failures, and waterflow alarm malfunctions.
• Replace sprinkler heads, control valves, check valves, alarm valves, and associated trim as needed.
• Perform hydrostatic testing and internal pipe inspections as required by NFPA 25 five-year cycles.
• Inspect, test, and maintain applicable special hazard suppression systems, including clean agent, Halon alternative, FM-200, CO2, and dry chemical systems.
• Maintain, service, and certify fire department connections (FDC) and backflow prevention assemblies
• Coordinate planned impairments, system shutdowns, and fire watch procedures with the installation Fire Department and building occupants in accordance with NFPA 25 impairment requirements.
• Ensure system tags, signage, valve labels, and as-built documentation are current and accurate.
• Document inspections, test results, deficiencies, and corrective actions in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and government-required reporting formats.
• Maintain compliance with applicable codes and standards, including NFPA 13, NFPA 25, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, UFC 3-600-01, DoD/Navy directives, and local AHJ requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and specialty vendors for specialized repairs, pipe replacement, or system modifications.
• Participate in quality control inspections, government QAR reviews, and safety inspections.
• Maintain required certifications and attend continuing education and training as required.
• Complete scheduled inspections within the time frames established by the PWS and NFPA 25.
• Complete and submit inspection reports within required contract time frames.
• Respond to emergency service calls within the response times established by the PWS.
• Ensure fire pump tests are conducted on schedule and results are properly documented and submitted.
• Prepare deficiency reports with appropriate corrective-action recommendations.
• Properly coordinate system impairments and initiate required fire watch procedures.
• Perform work in accordance with applicable NFPA, UFC, and AHJ standards and support satisfactory government QAR inspections

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree or technical/vocational training in fire protection, plumbing, or mechanical systems preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of hands‑on experience inspecting, testing, and maintaining automatic fire sprinkler and fire suppression systems in commercial, industrial, or government/military facilities.
• NICET Inspection and Testing of Water‑Based Systems Level II certification required;
  Level III preferred.
• Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter or equivalent trade certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required, with the ability to operate government or company vehicles on the installation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD/Navy Base Access credential, including required background…