Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Job Opportunity at Gutridge

Gutridge is a leading construction and service company offering Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire Protection, and Electrical services to customers in the greater central Ohio marketplace. Gutridge offers a diverse work environment, and we strive to provide a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. We are looking for employees who offer a positive attitude to support our culture, an innovative thinker to help better our processes, and a professional who will positively interact with customers.

What Will You Be Earning?

• Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour.
• Compensation is determined by hiring managers and is based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, and the specific demands of the role.

What Are We Looking For?

• Service, inspect, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler systems to ensure compliance with NFPA standards and local codes.
• Experienced in inspecting all types of sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA fire codes and standards.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot deficiencies in fire sprinkler systems.
• Operate hand and power tools commonly used in the fire protection, including pipe cutters, threading machines, and wrenches.
• Professionally interact with customers on-site and provide excellent service.
• Coordinate with office staff regarding job status updates.
• Accurately complete all required service reports, work orders, and documentation in a timely manner.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
• Electronically complete service acknowledgements with proper coding and obtain the customer's signature.
• Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation.
• Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs.
• Must be willing to work at heights, able to operate electrical tools, and lift up to 75 pounds at a time.

Great Benefits!

• FREE Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Life, Disability, Critical Illness, & Accident Insurance offered.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Tool Purchasing Program.

Requirements

What Do We Want To See?

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years' experience installing, servicing, testing and maintaining various types of fire sprinkler systems.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
• 3-5 years of sprinkler service experience in the Fire Protection/Life Safety industry with experience testing and certification of fire detection systems as well as performing installations and/or repairs on fire protection systems.
• Experience using power and hand tools.
• Must maintain a good driving record (insurable through our insurance carrier) for driving to/from job sites.
• Willingness to achieve various certifications in the industry.