About the role
Fire Sprinkler Service Technician / Fitter (RME-I Required)
Company
JM Electronic Engineering Inc. WWW.JMEE.COM
Location: San Antonio , TX (servicing surrounding areas)
Job Type
Full-time (8-hour shift, Monday–Friday)
Schedule
Includes an On-Call rotation with
Double Pay
Why Choose JMEE?
Upfront Perks
Enjoy
80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 90 days
of employment!
Career Growth
We strongly believe in promoting from within. If you have the drive to build a better career, we will provide the tools and path to help you achieve it.
Cutting-Edge Tech
We advocate for and use the most current technology our industry has to offer.
A Culture of Longevity
Many of our employees have been with us for over 25 years. We invest in the right people to build long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships.
Veteran-Friendly
- We have a longstanding commitment to hiring veterans, both in the field and in the office.
- What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
- Being self-motivated and self-reliant.
- Technical savviness and a strong appetite for continuous learning.
- Enjoying hands-on work and critical problem-solving.
What You Can Expect to Accomplish in Your First Year:
- Completion of Apprenticeship Levels 1 and 2.
- Completion of OSHA 10-Hour training.
- Mastering the basics of pipefitting and learning to read/comprehend installation drawings.
- Developing a strong working understanding of NFPA 13 and code compliance.
Requirements
License
Must possess a valid
RME-I (Responsible Managing Employee - Inspector)
license.
Experience
2 years minimum of fire sprinkler fitting, inspection and or service.
Education
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent (Required).
Age
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Core Skills
Ability to read, write, and speak English; well-developed active listening, critical thinking, and deductive reasoning skills.
Traits
Dependability, strong personal values, and a dedication to working with honesty and integrity at all times.
Key Responsibilities
System Installation
Install overhead steel piping (wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, fire pump, standpipe, and hose systems) as well as residential systems (CPVC and copper).
Underground & Valves
Install and service underground pipes (private fire mains, hydrants, pits, control valves) and system riser components (alarm valves, dry pipe valves, backflow preventers).
Fabrication & Assembly
Cut, thread, groove, and bend pipe to exact specifications. Assemble and secure pipes and fixtures using brackets, clamps, welding, brazing, or cementing.
Testing & Inspection
Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, and visual observations to ensure full code compliance.