Fire Sprinkler Technician
Company: SJS Executives LLC
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: July 29, 2022
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Job Description:
SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS
Industrial, is currently seeking a reliable, experienced, Fire
Sprinkler Technician to work full time for SJS at Naval Station
Norfolk to help support operations at a US Navy facility. SJS is a
Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with 250
employees coast to coast and a headquarters in Virginia Beach,
Virginia; it specializes in professional services to support
federal and military organizations. Hourly pay range for this
position $20.00-$24.77. There is also an additional $4.22 hourly
rate for health and welfare. The total hourly compensation will be
$24.22-$28.99The Fire Sprinkler Technician should possess these key
qualifications to be eligible for this position: National Institute
for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level II
Certification, Inspection and Testing of water-based systems.
(preferred)Valid Virginia driver's licenseThis person will enjoy
collaborating with a team and know how to conduct themselves with
decorum, as they will be working on a property owned by the United
States federal government and interacting with federal government
employees and service members. Responsibilities will
include:Services sprinkler systems, which include electrical,
mechanical, pneumatic and/or electronic units and devices that
detect, indicate, or regulate pressure, temperature and similar
values and relationships.Performs pretests to determine the extent
and location of malfunctioning equipment, energizes system,
components, and conducts operational checks, including test of
input and output from or to related system components. Checks
mechanical parts for damage, proper operation, and wear.Repairs or
replaces faulty parts and adjusts all moving parts and controlling
devices within the simulated system.Occasionally assist engineering
personnel in resolving issues and problems regarding the
installation, modification, and maintenance of fire sprinkler
systems. Checks for and repairs leaks in water and air lines,
checks water flow rate, resets trip valves, checks water flow
alarms, packs, lubricates, and replaces gate and globe valves,
renews valve gaskets and seats, and replace defective gauges. Plugs
and/or jumps out station fire alarm boxes wired into Fire Alarm
Headquarters and checks for proper operation while tests are being
made.When working on dry pipe systems (Closed Heads), uses
stop-clock to test the time it takes for water to reach the
inspectors test valve and then uses the stop clock to test the
water flow rate. Checks water flow alarms. Checks and adjusts
quick-tripping exhauster and globe valves.When working on wet pipe
systems (Closed Heads) checks and cleans retarding chamber. Checks,
adjusts and rests releasing mechanisms. Renews valve gaskets and
seats. Makes repairs by replacing pipe, valves, fittings, sprinkler
heads, electrical devices, etc., on faulty or damaged sprinkler
systems. Works in an advisory capacity to provide adequate
sprinkler protection in buildings undergoing structural
changes.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Must have
Valid Driver's license. Preferred to have the National Institute
for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level II
Certification, Inspection and Testing of water-based systems. Must
be able to successfully pass a drug test and a thorough background
check for access onto a military installation; please note the
background check for this position extends past 7 years, in
conformance with federal law and US Department of Justice
guidelines for work on a military installation. SJS Executives, LLC
(SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is an equal
opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race,
color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy status and/or
gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,
membership in an employee organization, parental status, military
service or other non-merit factors. PI186815862
Keywords: SJS Executives LLC, Norfolk , Fire Sprinkler Technician, Professions , Norfolk, Virginia
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