Safety Technician jobs in Annandale, VA

ABOUT US

Founded in 1964, Livingston Fire Protection, now Fire Safety and Protection, LLC, is a high-growth fire and life safety business offering a comprehensive set of services across a breadth of customers and geographies. FSP 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:

A Sprinkler Tech in the Fire and Safety Industry is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of automatic sprinkler systems. This includes working with pipes, fittings, valves, and other components to ensure that the system is installed properly and functions correctly.

Responsibilities:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and specifications to determine the layout and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Measuring and cutting pipes to the required length, and installing them using various fittings and connectors.
• Installing valves, alarms, and other components of the sprinkler system.
• Testing the system for leaks and ensuring that it functions properly.
• Performing routine maintenance on the system, including replacing worn or damaged components as needed.
• Troubleshooting and repairing sprinkler systems as needed, and identifying and recommending solutions to complex problems.
• Communicating with customers and other stakeholders to provide project updates, answer questions, and resolve issues.
• Ensuring that all work is performed in compliance with local, state, and federal codes and regulations, as well as industry best practices.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed, including labor and materials costs, and preparing reports as needed.
• Ensuring that all safety protocols are followed and that a safe working environment is maintained at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in the installation and maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics, and have knowledge of various types of piping, fittings, and connectors used in the installation of sprinkler systems.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential, as is a commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Candidates must also possess a valid driver's license and have the physical ability to perform the job duties, including lifting heavy equipment and working at heights.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program in sprinkler fitting or a related field may also be required.

Core Values

Fair – Fair and Professional with customers and each other.

Safe – Safe in everything we do.

Accountable – Accountable for continuous improvement.

Principled – Principled in every decision we make.

Growth Minded – Growth minded organization to support customer and employee success.

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 Health 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Read and understand construction blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Professional Development: FSP is committed to providing opportunities for employee career advancement within the Fire and Life Safety Industry. As part of this commitment, FSP offers various program sponsorships, including a NICET certification program, which reimburses employees for the costs of NICET Level I,II,III, IV study materials and testing and provides tiered pay increases upon achievement of certification.

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.