Full-Time

Sprinkler Fitter Technician

Posted on 10/31/2025

Deadline 9/19/27
Encore Fire Protection

Encore Fire Protection

201-500 employees

Fire protection design, installation, testing, maintenance.

Compensation Overview

$30 - $40/hr

+ Bonus

Baltimore, MD, USA

In Person

Category
Building Trades (1)
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in fire sprinkler installation, inspection, or service
  • Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards (especially NFPA 13 and 25)
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights, on ladders, and in confined spaces
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Responsibilities
  • Measuring and cutting steel and plastic pipes for installation using blueprints and local building codes
  • Attaching fire sprinkler heads and fitting to pipes to ensure pipe systems are free of leaks
  • Ability to study and read blueprints in order to decide fitting of the fire sprinkler system
  • Perform testing for Authority Having Jurisdiction
  • Report any issues back to the project manager
  • Must employ safety measures while installing fire sprinkler systems
  • Must ensure that each job is done with high precision
  • Must document all details of the job properly
Encore Fire Protection

Encore Fire Protection

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Encore Fire Protection offers design, installation, testing, inspection, and ongoing maintenance of fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression systems for commercial buildings. Its product is an end-to-end service package that covers the entire lifecycle of fire protection systems, making it a single-source provider for facility owners. The company differentiates itself by building a large regional footprint across the Northeastern United States through hiring skilled personnel and acquiring local fire protection businesses, creating a centralized, recurring-revenue service model. Encore’s goal is to become the leading fire protection services provider in its region by consolidating a fragmented market and delivering dependable, continuous service—evidenced by its 2025 acquisition by Permira as validation of its growth and consolidation strategy.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$1.8B

Headquarters

Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Founded

2009

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Permira's $1.8B acquisition in February 2025 validates consolidation strategy.
  • 9x EBITDA growth under LLCP from 2021-2025 proves scalable roll-up model.
  • Recurring revenue from mission-critical services ensures predictable cash flows.

What critics are saying

  • Permira's integration failures fragment operations within 12-24 months.
  • Key personnel loss halts M&A momentum in 6-18 months.
  • Cost-cutting degrades technician retention and service quality in 12-24 months.

What makes Encore Fire Protection unique

  • Encore provides end-to-end fire safety services across alarms, sprinklers, and suppression systems.
  • Completed 70+ acquisitions to dominate Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast markets.
  • Serves 90,000+ customers with 1,200 certified technicians in 17 states.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Company News

Town of Norton MA
Apr 14th, 2025
Fire Sprinkler Flow Test - Monday, April 14, 2025 at 8 AM - 151-226 Godfrey Dr

On 4/14/25, beginning at 8 AM, there will be a Fire Sprinkler Flow Test conducted by Encore Fire Protection at 151-226 Godfrey Drive for Annual Sprinkler Inspection.

HR Today
Mar 14th, 2025
Surya Shekhar De Appointed as Head - Performance, Rewards, Talent Management, HR Analytics, and Employee Experience at Bandhan Bank

Ashley Somyk has been promoted to Vice President of Talent at Encore Fire Protection, where she will lead workforce development, recruitment, and employee engagement.

HR Today
Mar 14th, 2025
Ashley Somyk Appointed as Vice President of Talent at Encore Fire Protection

Providence, Rhode Island, United States, March 2025 - Encore Fire Protection has appointed Ashley Somyk as Vice President of Talent, recognizing her leadership in talent acquisition, culture development, and workforce strategy.

Bloomberg L.P.
Feb 6th, 2025
Permira Said to Buy Encore Fire Protection in $1.8 Billion Deal

Permira has agreed to acquire Encore Fire Protection for about $1.8 billion including debt, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

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