Fire Suppression Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC

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9011 E Valleyway Avenue Spokane Valley, WA 99212 - 2143 Until 9/13/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 15, 2026 Last posted July 15, 2026
Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

The Extinguisher / Range Hood / Fire Suppression Technician is responsible for performing inspections, testing, maintenance, and servicing of extinguishers, range hoods, fire suppression systems and related equipment independently. This role is fully functioning within core technical responsibilities and can complete standard jobs without direct supervision. The technician ensures systems operate properly, meet customer expectations, and comply with applicable codes and standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Perform testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance of extinguishers, range hoods, fire suppression systems and related equipment.

  • Inspect portables, hood systems, alarm connections, and related suppression system components.

  • Perform functional testing to verify proper system operation and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and customer requirements.

  • Identify deficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and communicate findings clearly to customers and supervisors.

  • Read and interpret blueprints, system layouts, inspection reports, and technical manuals.

  • Use hand tools and testing equipment to complete inspection work efficiently and safely.

  • Complete inspection reports, deficiency documentation, and service records accurately and on time.

  • Communicate professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors regarding job progress and system status.

  • Follow all company safety procedures and customer site requirements.

  • Travel to job sites as required.

  • Other duties as assigned by management.


Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • 3+ years of experience in fire and life safety industry as an apprentice or technician.

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, if driving role .

  • Strong working knowledge of fire suppression systems and inspection procedures.

  • Ability to work independently and complete standard inspection jobs without direct supervision.

  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and system drawings.

  • NICET Level I or above preferred.

  • Experience with commercial fire suppression systems and inspection compliance requirements preferred.

  • Shape


Other Duties:

  • Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

  • Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing ladders, and working in various environments.

  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds.

  • Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.

  • Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.

  • Use of hand tools and testing equipment.

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.

Pay Range: 

  • $23 - $35 Hourly DOE

Benefits and Perks:

  • Excellent pay

  • Medical, dental, vision

  • Company paid life insurance

  • Company paid short-term disability

  • 401K with employer match

  • Paid vacation and company holidays

  • Training and Career Development

  • Company vehicle (if job applicable)

  • Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About this role

Summary

Perform inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire suppression systems independently.

Job title

Fire Suppression Technician

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

fire safety

Location requirements

On-site in Spokane Valley, WA, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$0k–$0k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

fire suppression systemsinspection proceduresblueprint readingsystem troubleshooting

Preferred skills

NICET Level Icommercial fire systems

Specializations

fire suppressioninspectionmaintenancesystem testing
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site