🔥 Protect What Matters – Join Vanport Mechanical & Fire Sprinklers, Inc. as a Fire Sprinkler Service Technician! 🔥
Position Title: Fire Sprinkler Service Technician
Company Name: Vanport Mechanical & Fire Sprinklers, Inc.
Pay Range: $38–$42+ per hour, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Vancouver, WA / Portland Metro Area
Industry: Fire Protection / Life Safety Systems
Job Overview
Vanport Mechanical & Fire Sprinklers, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Fire Sprinkler Service Technician to join our Fire Protection Service team. This essential life safety role focuses on the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of fire sprinkler systems and related components in commercial, industrial, and multi-family properties throughout the region. We’re looking for a technician who takes pride in doing it right—start to finish—while upholding the standards of NFPA 13, NFPA 25, and other critical life safety codes.
Who We Are
At Vanport, we are proud to deliver craftsmanship with integrity. Founded in 1975, our family-owned company has deep roots in the Pacific Northwest and a long-standing reputation for excellence in HVAC and fire protection. Our team is dedicated to safety, quality, and service—treating every customer and employee like family. If you’re looking for stability, purpose, and a company that respects its technicians, you’ll find it at Vanport.
Learn more at www.vanportmech.com
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine fire sprinkler inspections and testing in accordance with NFPA 25
Conduct repairs and maintenance on sprinkler systems and underground fire lines
Service and inspect fire extinguishers per code requirements
Clearly identify and document system deficiencies, impairments, and follow-up actions
Use BuildOps field software to complete tickets, log time, take photos/videos, and submit documentation
Coordinate with office staff and service teams to schedule and execute repairs
Communicate with customers and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) professionally
Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas and service vehicle
Follow all company safety policies and maintain up-to-date tool and equipment inventory
Qualifications
- Required:
NICET Level II – Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems
Washington State Level ITT License
Washington State Backflow Tester Certification
Oregon Certificate of Fitness – Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems & Underground
Fire Extinguisher Inspection & Service Certification
Strong working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13R, 13D, and 25
Ability to read and interpret system drawings and inspection reports
Comfortable using mobile field technology (BuildOps or similar)
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay: $38–$42+ depending on experience and certifications
Medical Coverage (100% Kaiser for employee)
Retirement Plan with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and vacation
Company Service Vehicle and provided tools
Tech Package: smartphone or tablet
Bi-weekly pay schedule
Year-round, stable work with a respected, family-owned company
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Some travel required within the Portland Metro and SW Washington region.
Work Location
Field-based role covering Vancouver, WA and surrounding Portland Metro Area.
Vanport provides vehicle and travel support for service techs.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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