Are you looking for a career in a fast paced, growing business with lots of opportunity for advancement? If so, then Encore Fire Protection may be the place for you. Encore is redefining the fire protection industry by taking a customer-first approach to everything we do. Our success throughout New England has created a need for a Fire Sprinkler Technician to work out of our LaPlace, LA office. 

Encore Fire Protection is an industry-leading, full-service fire protection company, serving over 30,000 customers down the east coast, from Maine to Louisiana. With over 2,100 dedicated employees, we deliver top-notch service to those who rely on us to save lives and protect property through state-of-the-art fire suppression, sprinkler systems, and alarm solutions. Our mission? To be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen.

As part of Encore's mission to be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen, we have recently joined forces with Fire & Safety Commodities based out of LaPlace, Louisiana. This partnership not only allows us to expand our footprint and find top talent in the Louisiana area, it also allows us to work with industry leaders who strive for same level of excellence as we do.

Here is some of what you can expect:

• Ability to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair various fire sprinkler systems with limited or no supervision.

• Coordinate with contractors, customers, building maintenance personnel, and office staff to complete scheduled work and repairs.

• Identify and correct code deficiencies and non-conformance issues.

• Read and interpret system blueprints, shop drawings, and inspection reports.

• Maintain, repair, and replace sprinkler heads, valves, pipe supports, and related hydraulic system components as needed.

• Exceptional work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to safety.

• Maintain OSHA safety standards while performing work duties.

Requirements:

If this sounds like the job for you, here are some of the requirements/things we take into consideration for joining the team!

• High school diploma is required. Industry experience preferred
• Individual must possess a valid Driver's license and have a clean driving record
• Strong attention to detail
• Understanding of complex blueprints and solid written and verbal skills
• Familiarity with the national fire codes
• Thorough knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and the necessary tools
• Ability to work in a wide variety of conditions, including heights up to 30 feet or more and also be able to work in
  adverse weather conditions
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Experience in lift operations and OSHA guidelines
• NICET certification required 

Benefits:

Some of these benefits may not be important for you today, but they may be down the road:

• Hourly pay in line with experience along with performance incentive plan
• Regular performance reviews in the way of real-time coaching from your licensed mentor and in-office reviews with your PM and/or divisional VP
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid time off
• Participation in Fidelity 401(K) that includes employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits through Blue Cross
• Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000
• Participation in Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual company training and events

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