Fire Sprinkler Technician
$30.25 - $50/hr
Mid
Columbia, SC, USA
In Person
Building TradesHVAC & Building Systems
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least three years of experience, including experience in industrial or commercial facilities, is required.
- NICET II certification is required.
- Working knowledge of NFPA standards, including standards 70 and 72, is required.
- A valid driver’s license compliant with the REAL ID Act is required, or the candidate must be willing and able to obtain one.
- The candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
- U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
- The candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- The role requires using hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking.
- The role requires prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping.
- The candidate must frequently climb ladders and scaffolds and enter confined spaces.
- The role may involve long hours outdoors in awkward positions, which can cause physical discomfort and strain, and standing for long periods.
- The role involves working indoors and outdoors in various temperatures, including extreme temperatures, and weather conditions.
- Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, building codes, and regulations is required.
- Proficiency in using test equipment, multimeters, and digital analyzers is required.
- Knowledge of fire safety codes and regulations is required.
- The candidate must be able to read and understand installation manuals.
- The role requires using tools, equipment, and supplies safely, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Dependable attendance is required.
Responsibilities
- Install, repair, and replace fire sprinkler devices, including post-indicator valves, outside stem and yoke valves, waterflow switches, tamper switches, sprinkler heads, and stock boxes.
- Perform fire pump testing and make repairs as needed.
- Respond to emergency service calls.
- Cut, thread, assemble, and bond pipes and tubes to ensure they pass fire inspections.
- Inspect fire sprinkler systems to ensure they comply with code.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Complete detailed inspection reports and document issues.
- Provide preliminary cost estimates for materials and services.
- Maintain a current license and identification to meet government regulations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Adapt to different work situations and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion.
About the company
TechFlow modernizes and maintains government IT applications and runs a nationwide field-service network to support equipment and facilities. It uses Agile and SAFe to build software in small increments, automate testing, and coordinate field technicians for around-the-clock maintenance, while guiding the ATO process for secure apps. Being employee-owned and led by former OEM and systems-integrator leaders helps it blend integration with ongoing optimization and move quickly on large government programs, with a strong emphasis on information assurance. Its goal is to deliver secure, reliable, and well-maintained government IT and software systems that enable missions and exceed customer expectations.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Founded
1995
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- TechFlow's 2026 website shows continued federal relevance and active contract performance.
- DIU success memo opened civilian and Defense Department EV charger agreements.
- October 2024 Army Reserve OTA expanded TechFlow into 760-plus resilient infrastructure sites.
What critics are saying
- TSA concentration creates renewal risk when the seven-year contract resets after 2030.
- Federal procurement shocks or protests could stall EV and microgrid expansion programs.
- Employee-owned staffing limits make execution failures existential across TSA, Army Reserve, and DIU work.
What makes TechFlow unique
- TechFlow is 100% employee-owned, a rare structure in federal services.
- TechFlow won a $2.1 billion TSA contract, anchoring long-term airport maintenance revenue.
- TechFlow secured a 2024 sole-source OTA for 760-plus Army Reserve EV sites.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus