Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

Fire Sprinkler Service TechnicianChesapeake Sprinkler Odenton - Odenton, MD 21113Salary Range $23.00 - $35.00 Hourly Position Type Full TimeFire Sprinkler Service TechnicianDivision 134 - Odenton, MDSummaryResponsible service and repair of fire sprinkler piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Service and repair of wet fire sprinkler systems including the associated pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads.Service and repair of dry fire sprinkler systems including the associated pipe, fittings, valves, and sprinkler heads.Responsible for OS&Y valves including the installation of a repacking kitWorking with metal and plastic (such as PVC and CPVC) pipeService and repair of air compressors and associated controlsService and repair fire pumps and associated controls Securing pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools.Testing piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges.Adhere to safety procedures.Must be able to regularly work extended business hours or hours outside of normal business hours, such as late at night, early in the morning, and weekends.Must be able to regularly accept and work emergency service and repair calls from the dispatcher outside of normal business hours including late at night, early in the morning, and weekends.Additional Requirements:Pre-employment Drug Screen, Clean MVR.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with anti-freeze loops and pre-action systems a plus. Experience reading and interpreting fire sprinkler installation plans preferred.What's In It For You?Chesapeake Fire Protection (formerly Chesapeake Sprinkler Company) was originally founded in 1978 as a small family-owned business to serve the fire protection needs of the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. areas. You can rely on our extensive experience, knowledge of the latest technologies, and first-class fabrication facility to meet your fire protection needs.Chesapeake Fire Protection became a Century Fire Protection Company in 2022. This allowed us to further expand our resources, capacity, and skills to serve our clients. We are headquartered in Odenton, MD with an additional branch office in Ashburn, VA.We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer the following:Competitive pay w/ Performance IncentivesMedicalDentalVisionVoluntary Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off & Paid Holidays401(K) with Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Relief Fund Financial GrantsSupplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & AccidentCompany issued Laptop and/or TabletCompany Paid Training and CertificationsReferral Bonus (Employees receive $1,000 referral bonus for each person they refer to work at Chesapeake Fire Protection)