Special Hazards Manager – All Locations

Why You’ll Love This Role: Our newly created Special Hazards Manager role will oversee the design, installation, inspection, and maintenance of advanced fire suppression systems (clean agent, foam, deluge) in high-risk environments like data centers, chemical storage, and power plants. You’ll ensure compliance with NFPA standards, conduct risk assessments, and manage specialized extinguishing systems to protect critical infrastructure. It’s a critical role in a rapidly expanding field, perfect for someone on the cutting edge of fire suppression technology.
What You’ll Do

• System Oversight: Manage the design, installation, and maintenance of specialized fire suppression systems
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all systems comply with local, state, and federal codes, as well as NFPA standards (e.g., NFPA 13, 20, 72)
• Risk Assessment & Testing: Perform rigorous inspections, testing, and risk audits on fire alarm and suppression systems in high-value or hazardous areas.
• Project Management: Manage projects involving fire protection upgrades, collaborating with contractors and engineers to meet project objectives.
• Emergency Response & Training: Develop fire safety plans and train employees on emergency procedures and system operations.
• Customer Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with customers; serve as primary point of contact for escalations; address customer concerns promptly and effectively; monitor customer satisfaction.
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day service operations including invoicing, inventory management, and order processing; ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Vendor Management: Develop and maintain productive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturers; manage escalations and resolve issues promptly.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current on industry trends, innovations, and technology; identify and implement improvements to enhance delivery and customer satisfaction.
  

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in fire protection
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in fire alarm, detection, and suppression systems
• Leadership Abilities: 2+ years of experience in team management, coaching, and development of fire alarm professionals
• Certifications: NICET II or higher preferred
• Customer Focus: Strong commitment to customer satisfaction with proven ability to manage complex customer relationships
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively interact with team members, customers, and senior management
• Availability: Full-time position with occasional after-hours availability for emergency situations
• Compliance: Drug screening and background checks will only be conducted after a conditional job offer is made. We evaluate criminal history based on its relevance to the job duties.
• Pay: $90,000 – $130,000 per year; pay depends on experience and qualifications
  

Perks Of Joining Our Team

• Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to excellence
• Impactful Work: Lead critical operations that directly contribute to customer safety and satisfaction
  

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and lead a dynamic team in a growing industry, apply now to become our Special Hazards Manager!
Patriot Fire Protection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.. will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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