Safety Technician jobs in Florida

ABOUT US

Fire Safety and Protection LLC Pensacola is a leading provider of fire and life safety services. We offer inspection, maintenance, repair, design, and installation on a variety of systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, and governmental facilities. The company is led by veterans of the fire and life safety industry.

Job Description:

The basic functions of our Sprinkler Technician will be to service and repair wet, dry and pre-action fire suppression systems, and to conduct routine preventative maintenance on fire sprinkler suppression systems, including repair and testing of backflow preventers. Our ideal candidate will be customer focused and able to work diligently whether part of a team or individually.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on fire sprinkler suppression systems.
• Manual labor including lifting, climbing and clean up.
• Service and repair of wet, dry and pre-action fire suppression systems in strict accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Flow testing of fire hydrants.
• Highly organized, motivated team player.
• Preferred experience in testing and repairing backflow prevention devices.
• Interact with customers in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently when needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities when assigned as needed.
• Able to lift up to 70 lbs, punctual, and reliable.
• Have the ability to work safely with a threading machine, battery operated hand tools, and basic hand tools regularly.
• Ability the read blueprints. 
• Clear communication and exemplary customer service a must.
• Able to diagnose all types of sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflow assemblies and know how they operate.  
• Ability to complete paperwork thoroughly such as work orders, time cards, driving records.   Also have the ability to work an iPad or laptop with blueprint software a plus.
• Ability to safely and precisely shut down and diagnose various fire protection systems and their impairments.  Knowledge on how to repair deficiencies and return the system back to working order to ensure customer compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years, independent field experience.
• Experience with Fire Protection Systems and components.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Positive attitude and willingness to obtain progressive certifications within the industry and NFPA applicable permitting and licensing.
• Prefer intermediate sprinkler layout understanding.
• Ability to complete accurate and timely maintenance and work records, both written and electronically.
• A willingness to work hard and learn.
• The ability to thoroughly complete all required paperwork.
• Able to deliver excellent customer service.
• Problem solving skills, independently and as part of a team.
• Able to complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Practices safe work practices per OSHA requirements.
• Must be a self-starter.

Benefits:

Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) is laser focused on creating a culture that thrives on developing our people and protecting our clients’ assets. One of the ways we do this is by rewarding those who contribute to our continued growth. Some of the things that you can expect when joining our professional selling team include:

Company paid benefits:

• 50K Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Paid Holidays

Voluntary Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Benefits: Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness
• 401k Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth)
• Referral Bonus

Health & Safety:

The personal safety and health of each employee of our organization is of primary importance. We believe that our employees are our most important assets and that their safety is our greatest responsibility. It is Fire Safety and Protection, LLC’s objective to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees. At FSP we believe that illnesses and injuries can and must be prevented. We believe in empowering each employee to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.

FSP Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.