Fire Sprinkler Technician

NICET II Fire Sprinkler Technician- U.S. Army Base Fort Jackson

Competitive Wages and an INSURANCE ALLOWANCE!

Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow:

• NICET testing fee reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health Care Plan- Medical, Dental & Vision

Fire Sprinkler Technicians on the EMI Services Fort Jackson team come from all areas of Columbia, South Carolina. The primary responsibility of the Fire Sprinkler Technician is to Install, repair, and replace fire sprinkler devices including but not limited to post-indicator valves, outside stem and yoke valves, waterflow switches, tamper switches, sprinkler heads, and stock boxes. The Fire Sprinkler Technician performs fire pump testing and makes repairs as needed as well as responds to emergency service calls. The ideal EMI Fire Sprinkler Technician must be NICET II Certified and experienced in both residential and industrial/commercial facilities.

Salary

$30.25 to $50.00/hr. (DOE and certifications) plus $5.09 fringe benefits used towards insurance and 401k!

See ALL the fantastic benefits you receive as an employee of EMI below!!

Key Responsibilities

• Cut, thread, assemble and bond all pipes and tubes to ensure they pass every fire inspection
• Perform inspections to ensure Fire Sprinkler systems are according to code
• Perform Preventive Maintenance and repairs
• Complete detailed inspection reports
• document any issues
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services
• Maintain current license and identification to meet government regulations
• Respond to emergency service calls
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and building codes and regulations
• Proficiency in the use of test equipment
• multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Knowledge of all fire safety codes and regulations
• Able to read and understand installation manuals
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner.
• PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in repair of HVAC equipment.
• Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)