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Senior Industrial Fire Protection Field Technician

Total Fire Protection

Houston, TXJob$40–50/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$40–50/hr
Location
Houston, TX
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NICET IIValid Driver's License

Job overview

Total Fire Protection is hiring a Senior Industrial Fire Protection Field Technician. Total Fire Protection is seeking a Senior Industrial Fire Protection Field Technician to install, service, and inspect wet fire protection systems at multiple oil and gas terminal sites, traveling up to 90% nationally. The role requires a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently and with teams, including operating computers and reading blueprints.

Key focus areas include Install, service, and inspect foam deluge and pre‑action sprinkler systems, Commission, test, and troubleshoot industrial fire protection equipment, and Coordinate with detection and control teams during projects.

Important skills include Computer Operation, Tablet Operation, Electronic Blueprint Reading, Mechanical Aptitude, Problem Solving, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Foam Deluge Systems (AFFF / AR-AFFF), Deluge & Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems, Industrial Valves, Trim, Pump Rooms, and Commissioning.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Foam Deluge Systems (AFFF / AR-AFFF)Deluge & Pre-Action Sprinkler SystemsIndustrial Valves, Trim, Pump RoomsCommissioningTestingTroubleshootingCoordination With Detection and Control TeamsComputer OperationTablet OperationElectronic Blueprint ReadingMechanical AptitudeProblem SolvingCollaboration

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentNICET II5+ Years Wet Systems ExperienceValid Driver's License90% Travel

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Senior Industrial Fire Protection Field Technician

  • Houston, TX

  • Hiring Target:Senior Industrial Fire Protection Field Technician

Pay:$40–$50/hr.+ $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Travel:~90% National | Non-Union | Private Hotel Rooms

OPEN POSITIONS

  • 1× Senior Industrial Fire Protection Field Technician

COMPENSATION & TRAVEL

  • $40–$50/hour depending on experience

  • $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Depending on NICET & Experience)

  • $45/day per diem

  • Paid travel time

  • Company truck & fuel card

  • Private hotel room (never shared)

SIGN-ON BONUS STRUCTURE

  • 30% after 30 days

  • 30% after 90 days

  • 40% after 180 days

  • Bonus payments are contingent on continued employment. Unpaid portions are forfeited if employment ends early.

  • Early voluntary separation may require repayment.

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS

  • ~90% national travel

  • Typical travel durations: 2–3 weeks

  • Project durations range from 2–4 weeks to 6 months–1 year

WET SYSTEM / FOAM / DELUGE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Foam deluge systems (AFFF / AR-AFFF)

  • Deluge & pre-action sprinkler systems

  • Industrial valves, trim, pump rooms

  • Commissioning, testing, troubleshooting

  • Coordination with detection and control teams

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

  • NICET II preferred

  • Minimum 5 years of experience installing, servicing, and inspecting wet systems (Foam / Deluge) required.

  • Must be able to work alone and as part of a team.

  • Must have mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required.

  • Show up promptly to scheduled daily appointments ready to work.

  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work on a ladder.

BENEFITS

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance

  • 401(k) with matching (fully vested after 2 years)

  • Health savings account & Flexible Spending Account options

  • Professional Development & Training Opportunities

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Company Events & Social Activities

  • Cell Phone & Travel Reimbursement

  • Yearly Apparel Allowance

Work Location: Multiple oil & gas terminal sites

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