Fire Suppression Technician; Install & Repair

Job Description

Up to a

Job Description

Up to a $2,500 sign-on bonus is available!!! If you hold ICC, FEX1, and E4 certifications along with pipe threading and piping installation experience
, we’ve been looking for you—because great talent deserves a great welcome (and we don’t mind celebrating you).

We’re on the lookout for a skilled Kitchen Fire Suppression System Technician who’s ready to help keep commercial kitchens safe (and yes, be the hero behind the scenes when things heat up a little too much). In this role, you’ll inspect, repair, and install kitchen fire suppression systems, ensuring everything is running safely, smoothly, and fully compliant—because in this line of work, “close enough” just isn’t a thing.

Experience with industry-leading manufacturers like Ansul, Amerex, Pyro-Chem, and Range Guard is essential
, and your expertise will play a key role in protecting people, property, and a lot of busy kitchens.

We offer competitive benefits that continue to improve year after year, along with a culture that truly supports career growth
. With operations in over 40 states, Summit Companies opens the door to opportunities across the entire Fire & Life Safety industry.

If you’re ready to put your skills to work with a team that values what you bring to the table—and likes to have a little fun while doing meaningful work—we’d love to hear from you!



Job Summary

The purpose of the Fire Suppression Technician is to provide installation, inspection, service and/or repair of Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Exit Lights and/or any Pre-Engineered Suppression Systems including any associated Detection & Control Systems with minimal supervision.

Essential

Job Duties

• Use required tools and test equipment such as power machines groovers, cutters, band saw, lifts, etc. to repair or replace fire extinguishers, pre-engineered systems, and/or Detection & Control systems components.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and systems such as all types of fire extinguishers, pre-engineered suppression systems and/or Detection & Control systems.
• Troubleshoot and identify defective components of pre-engineered suppression systems.
• Repair or replace damaged components of pre-engineered suppression systems as well as fire extinguishers and/or Detection & Control systems.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.
• Required to be punctual to required work locations and complete scheduled projects in timely manner.
• Use Field Service Lightning to track work orders, materials needed, time on job, etc.
• Complete documentation on work orders.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Employee must always know location all related safety documentation on each project.
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• State or any required certification, preferred.

• 2 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience specifically within Fire Suppression.
• 2 years of professional computer skills.

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

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