Technician, Fire Suppression- Licensed

Technician, Fire Suppression - Licensed

Location: Silverdale, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time

Compensation: $48.81/hr

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $11.41 /hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values – Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity – and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment for our employees.

Tessera is seeking a licensed Fire Suppression Lead Technician to oversee inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler and suppression systems at the base/contract name. You will ensure code compliance, diagnose and resolve system issues, and maintain accurate records. In addition, you’ll provide training and guidance to technicians while upholding the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

• Test and inspect building water-based fire protection systems.
• Test fire-related backflow assemblies and work towards qualifying as a WA state backflow specialty plumber (PL30).
• Perform scheduled maintenance on fire protection systems to include AFFF Deluge, Low-Expansion Foam, Pre-Action, Dry, Water Mist and Water Spray, Pressure-Reducing Valves, and fixtures.
• Assist in adjustment, repair, or replacement of leaky joints, pipes, valves, and other equipment and components to maintain proper and efficient operation of all related fire protection systems. Additionally adjust, repair, or replace support systems like compressors, nitrogen generators, and vacuum air systems, valves, and other associated systems, equipment, and components.
• Obstruction and impairments investigation and repair.
• Apply all NFPA and UFC code requirements during installations, repairs, and maintenance.
• Limited knowledge on how to operate Fire Alarm Control Panels (FACP) to perform required maintenance.
• Operate, clean, and maintain required tools and special equipment.
• Operate support equipment like self-propelled boom lifts.
• Ensure all requirements are met as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures.
• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded.
• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.
• This position may be subject to call-back availability based on operational needs.

• High school Diploma/GED is required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in fire protection technology or a related field is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education can be considered.
• Knowledge of local fire codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components required.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow manufacturer technical manuals, lubrication instructions, and water schematics to ensure proper diagnosis and repair during annual inspections.

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching,…