Fire Sprinkler Technician

About the role

JM Electronic Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Service Technician / Fitter to join its Pflugerville, TX office. The role involves installing, servicing, and testing fire protection systems for commercial and residential customers while ensuring strict code compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Install overhead steel piping and residential CPVC/copper systems for wet, dry, pre‑action, deluge, fire pump, standpipe, and hose systems.
• Cut, thread, groove, bend, and secure pipe using brackets, clamps, welding, brazing, or cementing to engineered specifications.
• Install and service underground fire mains, hydrants, pits, and control valves, and maintain system riser components.
• Inspect, test, and certify installations using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, and visual examinations to meet NFPA 13 and local code requirements.

Required profile

• Valid RME‑I (Responsible Managing Employee – Inspector) license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in fire sprinkler fitting, inspection, or service.
• High school diploma or GED; at least 18 years of age.
• Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Required skills

• Pipefitting and pipe fabrication (cutting, threading, bending).
• Welding, brazing, and cementing techniques.
• Hydrostatic testing and pressure gauge operation.
• Understanding of NFPA 13 standards and OSHA 10‑hour safety certification.

What we offer

• 80 hours of paid time off after 90 days of employment.
• On‑call rotation with double pay.
• Career growth through apprenticeship levels, OSHA certification, and internal promotion pathways.
• Veteran‑friendly workplace and a culture of long‑term employee retention.