Fire Suppression Technician
Location: Dallas/Fort Worth and surrounding area
Company: Safety Control, LLC.
Advance Your Career with Safety Control
Safety Control is a rapidly growing fire and life safety contractor providing comprehensive services throughout Texas and nationwide. We are seeking a highly skilled Fire Suppression Technician to join our elite field service team. This position is ideal for a well-rounded technician with deep code knowledge, advanced troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to customer-tailored service, integrity, and reliability.
Position Overview
The Fire Suppression Technician is responsible for inspecting, installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of fire and life safety systems. This role builds upon fire extinguisher and kitchen suppression responsibilities and expands into advanced pre-engineered systems and related fire protection technologies. Technicians in this role are trusted subject-matter experts who can identify deficiencies, explain code requirements, and deliver compliant, high-quality solutions in the field.
Key Responsibilities
Fire Suppression & Life Safety Systems
Inspect, test, service, and install:
All types of fire extinguishers
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Commercial kitchen fire suppression systems
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Pre-engineered fire suppression systems
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Related fire alarm and security system components (as applicable)
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Perform on-site emergency troubleshooting, repairs, and system restorations
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- Identify NFPA code violations and non-conformance issues and recommend corrective actions
Codes, Standards & Compliance
- Demonstrate comprehensive working knowledge of NFPA codes, standards, and system requirements
Interpret, apply, and clearly explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations to customers and internal teams
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Ensure all inspections, repairs, and installations meet federal, state, and local code requirements
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Tools, Equipment & Field Operations
Use required tools and test equipment, including:
Power machine groovers
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Pipe cutters and band saws
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Lifts and ladders
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Hand and power tools
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Safely operate and maintain small/light equipment and medium machinery
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Inspect and maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment, submitting repair requests as necessary
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Documentation & Customer Communication
Accurately document inspections, deficiencies, repairs, and testing using a company-issued smart device
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Communicate findings, code issues, and recommendations clearly and professionally with customers
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Represent Safety Control with professionalism at all customer sites
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Required Qualifications
- Current FEL-A license issued by the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office OR ability to obtain an FEL-A within 30 days of hire
- Strong working knowledge of fire suppression systems and applicable NFPA codes and standards
Clean driving record
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Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
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High proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
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Excellent troubleshooting, organization, and communication skills
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Strong punctuality and ability to work independently in the field
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Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)
- Fire Alarm License (Texas)
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Major plus and includes an additional pay increase
Manufacturer certifications (Ansul, Pyro-Chem, Kidde, etc.)
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Experience with integrated fire alarm, suppression, and security systems
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What We Offer
- Top-tier hourly pay, based on experience and certifications
- Additional pay increase for Fire Alarm License holders
Career advancement opportunities and ongoing technical training
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- Late-model company vehicle, tools, and uniforms provided
- Bi-weekly personal cell phone reimbursement
- Generous paid time off with tenure-based increases
- Eight paid holidays per year
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
Long-term stability with a fast-growing fire and life safety contractor
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Why Safety Control?
At Safety Control, we are driven by customer-tailored service, integrity, and reliability. We trust our technicians to be experts in the field and support them with industry-leading tools, training, and advancement opportunities. If you’re looking to take the next step in your fire protection career with a company that values expertise and professionalism, Safety Control is where you belong.
Apply today and help protect lives, property, and businesses across Texas and beyond.
