Full-time · Nepean, Canada
Company description
Thank you so much for considering our company in your career search! Classic Fire + Life Safety is a leader in the fire protection and life safety industry because of our talented, knowledgeable, and motivated staff. We know that it is our people who make the difference, and we are looking to grow our team of passionate professionals. Interested in joining us?
Our goal is to partner with our customers, to ensure their building, and the people in them are safe, from new building construction activities, modernization activities, and demand for system upgrades, through to preventative maintenance and service.
CFLS is a caring company who values our staff.
CFLS is local and is part of the community.
CFLS is a full-service fire protection contractor.
Job description
A Service Fitter is responsible for the inspections, service, repair, and preventative maintenance of installed fire protection systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, and suppression systems, as well as fire pumps and backflow devices.
We provide a Service Van
Inspections
Wet Systems
Weekly, Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, Annual
Testing of control valves, low pressure switches, automatic pressure switches, flow switches, main drains/water supply, etc.
Inspecting alarm valves, trim, piping, hangers, sprinkler heads, FDC’s, etc.
Dry Systems
Weekly, Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, Annual
Draining Drum Drips, Testing/Resetting Accelerators, Resetting Dry Valves, Full & Partial Trips
Inspecting compressors and identifying maintenance requirements
Preaction/Deluge Systems
Weekly, Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, Annual
Draining Drum Drips, Full/Partial Trips, Testing function of solenoids, pneumatic actuators and other releasing devices.
Ensuring proper sequencing of FA and Preaction Devices.
Inspecting compressors and identifying maintenance requirements
Resetting valves after testing.
Fire Pumps/Standpipe
Weekly for Diesel, Monthly Electric-confirming proper operation of controller and safety features, confirming proper pressures on gauges, proper fluid levels in diesel driver, packing in good condition/adjusted as necessary, confirming proper operation of main relief and circulation relief.
Annual for Electric/Diesel-complete annual performance test with flow meter or testing equipment.
Recording reading from the fire pump and the associated driver.
Where required adjusting relief valves to ensure proper flow readings.
Basic diagnosis of issues with pump performance or driver issues.
Ensuring pump installation meets current requirements and making proper recommendations to meet current standards when required. Ie. TSSA, Test Headers, Piping Arrangements, etc.
When required, a standpipe flow test from the most remote hose cabinet is to be performed during the annual inspection. During this test, the fitter is verifying the necessary flow and pressure requirements are being met for the standpipe system.
Deficiencies for all types of systems including minor pump repairs.
A service fitter should be comfortable in servicing/repairing all aspects of fire protection equipment.
Relocating and adding sprinkler heads
Repairing or modifying system piping
Repairing or replacing system components
Completing internal valve and pipe assessments
Hydrostatic testing on FDC’s
Air loss test on dry/preaction systems
Troubleshooting issues with proper system operation, providing thorough solutions with material as needed.
Service Work
Fitters should be capable of attending a wide range of service calls where it may be necessary to address/diagnose issues with varying components of the system.
Identify and provide effective solutions and complete the repairs in a timely manner.
Communicate with customers effectively and ensure the customer is receiving valuable quality service.
The Service Fitters should be capable of being on call for their designated after-hours time frame. While on call, the fitter is responsible for receiving after hours service calls for their specific region and independently providing the necessary solutions required for various situations.
What makes you valuable?
A member of local 853 in good standing
Have 2 years of service van experience.
Completion of the 4-year sprinkler fitter apprenticeship program
4th Year Apprentice or Journeyperson status
Follow verbal and written instructions.
Capable of performing physical labour to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
Majority of work all above head
Able to get Security Clearance is an asset
Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
Read and understand construction blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities.
Ability to work flexible hours/on call
Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
Possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Why Choose Classic Fire + Life Safety?
We focus on delivering world class service by:
Providing a safe environment for our clients’ businesses to grow
Investing in state-of-the-art field technology and inspection tools
Distributing industry leading fire protection and security systems
We thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates who meet the above qualifications will be contacted for an interview.
Classic Fire + Life Safety is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are also committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you have any accommodation needs or would like to provide us with your feedback, questions, or concerns, please contact our Human Resources department at aoda@classicfls.com