Sprinkler Service Technician

Advance Your Impact as a Sprinkler Service Technician — Elevate Safety Through Expertise

Are you ready to take your fire protection career to the next level—where your technical expertise directly supports life safety and system reliability? Do you enjoy solving complex challenges in the field while mentoring others and delivering high-quality service?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sprinkler Service Technician to join our Fire Protection Services Team in Birmingham, AL; Cullman, AL; or Huntsville, AL, where you'll play a critical role in inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining water-based fire protection systems across commercial, industrial, and institutional environments.

What You'll Do:

• Perform independent inspections and functional testing of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge fire sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 25 and company standards
• Diagnose system deficiencies, determine corrective actions, and complete repairs or adjustments to ensure compliance and full functionality
• Prepare accurate, detailed inspection reports documenting findings, test results, and recommended next steps
• Execute routine maintenance and service work, including replacing system components such as valves, gauges, and sprinkler heads
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding system conditions, compliance requirements, and service recommendations
• Support and mentor junior technicians by providing technical guidance and assisting with complex troubleshooting

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with water-based fire protection systems required
• Comprehensive understanding of NFPA 25 requirements, with familiarity in NFPA 13, 14, and related codes
• Thorough knowledge of fire sprinkler components, inspection procedures, and system troubleshooting techniques
• Proven ability to read and interpret fire protection plans, acceptance reports, and inspection and testing reports
• Strong documentation, organizational, and time management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a positive customer service attitude
• Proficiency with digital inspection tools and reporting platforms (e.g., ServiceTrade)
• Proven ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair complex fire sprinkler systems independently
• Ability to work in challenging environments, including heights, confined spaces, varied weather, and physically demanding conditions
• Valid driver's license required and willingness to travel to job sites and occasionally work outside standard hours
• NICET Level II in Inspections and Testing of Water-Based Systems required; NICET III preferred or ability to obtain within one year
• Backflow certification and/or fire pump certification a plus

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Take ownership of impactful fieldwork that directly enhances fire protection system performance and safety
• Grow your expertise while working on complex systems across diverse facilities and environments
• Contribute to a high-performing team culture that values technical excellence, mentorship, and continuous improvement

Curious about the innovative work our Fire Protection team is doing? Discover our commitment to safety, efficiency, and cutting-edge solutions by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/fire-protection/.

Salary Range:

$28.00 - $32.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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