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Expired on March 30, 2026
Fire Suppression System Technician
Job Description
The Fire Suppression System Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fire suppression systems at Al Udeid Air Base. This position requires a highly skilled and licensed professional with specialized experience in fire suppression systems who can work independently and provide technical expertise to ensure all systems meet NFPA standards, base requirements, and safety regulations. Position is contingent upon contact award.
Responsibilities
- Install, inspect, test, maintain, and repair fire suppression systems including sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, valves, and specialty systems
- Ensure all work complies with NFPA standards, base-specific requirements, and company safety policies
- Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical drawings
- Perform system troubleshooting, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance
- Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, base personnel, and other trades
- Maintain accurate documentation including inspection reports, maintenance logs, and compliance records
- Support and assist other technicians and apprentices
- Follow OSHA, base safety standards, and company safety procedures
Qualifications
- Active Master or Journeyman Plumber License
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience specializing in fire suppression systems
- Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes and fire suppression system components
- Ability to work independently in a mission-critical environment
- Proficiency in reading blueprints and technical documentation
- Valid U.S. Driver's License
- Valid U.S. Passport (preferred)
- Meet all current USCENTCOM Deployment Policy Requirements
- Able to obtain and maintain a valid Residency Visa for Qatar
- DoD Secret Clearance