Fire Sprinkler Technician

Fire Sprinkler Technicians on the NAS Patuxent River team come from all areas of the Tri County of Southern Maryland including California, Ridge, Hollywood, Mechanicsville, Leonardtown, Waldorf, Laplata, Lusby, Solomons. The primary responsibility of the Fire Sprinkler Technician is to Install, repair, and replace fire sprinkler devices including but not limited to post-indicator valves, outside stem and yoke valves, waterflow switches, tamper switches, sprinkler heads, and stock boxes. The Fire Sprinkler Technician performs fire pump testing and makes repairs as needed as well as responds to emergency service calls. The ideal EMI Fire Alarm Technician must be NICET II Certified and experienced in both residential and industrial/commercial facilities.

• $38.15- $42.65/ hr. (DOE & Certification)
• Union sponsored/fully paid health insurance
• Annual Retirement Plan contribution of $30k+ included

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• Cut, thread, assemble and bond all pipes and tubes to ensure they pass every fire inspection
• Perform inspections to ensure Fire Sprinkler systems are according to code
• Perform Preventive Maintenance and repairs
• develop a detailed maintenance program according to NFPA codes and regulations
• Complete detailed inspection reports
• document any issues
• Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services
• Maintain all required reporting according to program leadership and present when needed
• Maintain current license and identification to meet government regulations
• Respond to emergency service calls
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and building codes and regulations
• Proficiency in the use of test equipment
• multi-meters and digital analyzers
• Knowledge of all fire safety codes and regulations
• Able to read and understand installation manuals
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner.
• PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies used in repair of HVAC equipment.
• Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience
• MUST include industrial or commercial facilities
• NICET II Certification
• Working knowledge of NFPA standards (including 70 and 72)
• Valid driver's license
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Regular, dependable attendance required
• US citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
• Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping
• Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces
• frequently work on ladders and scaffolds
• May spend long hours outside and in awkward positions which can cause physical discomfort and strain
• may stand for long periods
• Electricians risk injury from electrical shock, falls, and cuts
• Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Benefits

As a team member at EMI, you'll enjoy:
• Generous benefits package consistent with Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Safety Allowance
• Uniforms
• Tuition Reimbursement

What Sets EMI Apart

EMI is an industry-leading provider of DOD base operation support services, facilities maintenance, and logistics. Our goal is to contribute to the repair and maintenance of buildings and equipment. EMI consistently delivers cost-saving through best value innovations and quality service that exceeds our clients' expectations.

The Right Partner : EMI has grown by gaining our customers' trust and our employees' loyalty. We've successfully performed over 60 service contracts and we understand the unique challenges facing today's military. We offer exceptional responsiveness and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. We demonstrate this commitment by consistently earning some of the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry.

The Right Team: The EMI team includes over 250 high-achieving professionals, administrative and trades personnel deployed in various locations throughout the United States. At times, we augment our in-house capabilities with proven and capable business partners.

The Right Approach: EMI brings vast expertise and proven solutions to augment our clients' operations. We provide a platform that delivers seamless mission support and exceptional customer service in a very cost-effective and repeatable solution.

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Qualification

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