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Approved Fire Protection – Our Story

Approved Fire Protection Co. is New Jersey’s oldest family-owned, full-service fire protection and safety equipment company. The Approved Fire Protection establishment sits on two adjoining industrial sites in South Plainfield, NJ and operates 20 service vehicles and employs 50-100 people. Our services include fire extinguishers, alarm systems, suppression systems, SCBA, gas detection, carbon dioxide, oxygen, sprinkler systems, and so much more.

Our vision at Approved Fire Protection Co. is to be the best company to work for and work with; to be a company that people will want to recommend to their family, friends and colleagues. We recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industry’s highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers, maximize return on investment and foster professional growth opportunities for our organization.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity at Approved Fire Protection but do not see the position listed below, please email your cover letter and resume for consideration to hrjobs@afpnj.com.

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Overviews of Approved Fire Benefit Offerings:

Health Insurance

Two (2) plans offered through Cigna

Dental Insurance

PPO plan offered through Lincoln

Vision Insurance

Stand Alone plan offered through EyeMed

Life Insurance

Employer paid

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employer paid

401(k) Savings Plan

including safe harbor contribution equal to 3% of contribution

Paid Holidays

10 Paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

15 paid PTO days (accrued schedule)

Leaves of Absences

FMLA, Parental leave, Workers Compensation

Profit Sharing Compensation

payments made to employee by the company from revenues earned

Education Incentive Programs

AFP is committed to employee learning and development

Employee Engagement Programs

company sponsored events, summer hours, breakfast Fridays, snacks and so much more.

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Job Summary: Approved Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Service Technician for Fire Sprinkler Systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who can handle working on all types of piping networks including sprinklers and suppression systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform installations, repairs, testing and inspections of wet/dry/pre-action sprinkler systems;
Follow Safety procedures and guidelines;
Ability to lift, carry and move pipe, valves;
Ability to show up to work and appointments in a timely manner;
Must be able to use ladders and use lifts;
Repair Sprinkler Systems: Groove pipe, thread pipe, replace valves, heads;
Generate correctly and legibly inspection certificates and related paperwork;
General Knowledge of NFPA 25 and NFPA 13;
Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction;
Provide lists for fabrication and coordinate between the trades.

Qualifications:

Field experience with at least 1-3 years hands on experience in Sprinkler Inspection/Repair
Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a DOT HAZMAT endorsed driver’s license;
Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a NICET level I or II certification
Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record;
Must be willing to travel as required to project field locations;

Fire Alarm/Suppression Technician

Job Summary: Approved Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Service Technician for Fire Alarm/Special Hazard Systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who would handle all types alarm systems including, building alarms, releasing panels and suppression systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform installations, repairs, testing and inspections of fire alarm and special hazard systems;
Follow Safety procedures and guidelines.
Ability to lift, carry and move cylinders.
Ability to show up to work and appointments on time.
Must be able to climb ladders and use lifts.
Good written and verbal communication skills;
Prior experience in the fire protection / sprinkler industry or a related field;
Ability to be proactive in communicating and working with other departments;
Good client interaction skills;
Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a NICET certification in Fire Alarms and or other discipline(s);

Qualifications:

Field experience with at least 2-3 years hands on experience in Fire Alarm/Suppression industry;
Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a DOT HAZMAT endorsed driver’s license;
Current possession of (or willingness to obtain) a NICET level I or II certification in fire alarm and or other discipline(s);
Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record;
Must be willing to travel as required to project field locations;
Ability to pass a pre-employment background and random drug tests;
A willingness to cross train in sprinklers and special hazards is preferred/ required.

Approved Fire Protection – Our Story

Overviews of Approved Fire Benefit Offerings:

Fire Sprinkler Technician

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Fire Alarm/Suppression Technician

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