Fire Fighting Technician

Job description / Role

Job summary

The fire fighting technician will handle the installation and maintenance of mechanical fire protection systems. The role requires a candidate who can ensure system integrity through precise piping assembly and rigorous pressure testing according to international safety codes.

Key responsibilities

• System installation: Install fire sprinkler networks, hydrants, and hose reel systems in high-rise and industrial environments.
• Mechanical assembly: Perform pipe preparation using roll-grooving machines and threading equipment. Ensure all mechanical joints are seated correctly to prevent leaks.
• Testing & commissioning: Conduct hydrostatic pressure tests and flow tests to verify system performance before Civil Defense inspections.
• Pump room maintenance: Assist in the setup and routine servicing of fire pumps, including checking valves, gauges, and mechanical seals.
• Technical compliance: Ensure all installations meet NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 requirements as well as local UAE Life Safety Codes.
• Maintenance: Diagnose and repair leaks or mechanical failures in existing fire protection piping networks.

Qualifications & skills

• Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in the UAE fire fighting industry.
• Key skills: hardware & networking, food & beverage, field, inventory management, back office.

Employment type: Full time
Vacancy: 1