Daniel Bonson
McComb
Summary
Results-driven sprinkler technician proficient in inspecting and installing diverse fire suppression systems. Known for enhancing team performance through effective training of junior staff and collaboration with contractors, significantly improving safety compliance and service quality across projects.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Service Technician
Encore Fire Protection
05.2024 - Current
- Inspected fire sprinkler systems for compliance with safety regulations.
- Installed and tested fire suppression equipment in commercial buildings.
- Maintained accurate records of service and repair activities.
- Collaborated with contractors on new construction projects for system integration.
- Trained junior technicians on installation procedures and safety practices.
- Responded to emergency service calls for sprinkler system malfunctions.
- Provided on-site training to customers on the operation of their fire sprinkler systems.
- Completed detailed service reports for each job site.
- Performed routine maintenance and testing of fire sprinkler systems, including pressure tests, flow tests, inspections, and valve exercises.
- Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
Lead Sprinkler Technician
Everon
10.2022 - 05.2024
- As a start up division, I was involved in everyday scheduling and quoting. I worked hand in hand with the operations manager to solidify an efficient schedule, as well as, ordering and staging material for each job to guarantee an efficient schedule.
- Not only was I involved in the day to day operations, I was also the boots on the ground for service, as well as, inspections.
- I have inspected, installed, and repaired each type of system including deluge, pre action, wet, dry, foam, mist, and even fire pumps in any industry that the purpose would serve.
Sprinkler Service Tech
Louisiana Fire Extinguisher
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Manage the service and repair of various sprinkler systems in the commercial, residential, and industrial fields.
- This ranges from the replacement of piping networks, sprinkler heads, and control valves of all types to the inspection and preventative maintenance of wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, deluge systems, and preaction systems.
Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice/Fitter
Johnson Controls
07.2016 - 02.2020
- Assisted in the installation, preventative maintenance, inspection, and the service of various sprinkler systems, including; dry pipe systems, deluge systems, wet pipe systems, and preaction systems.
- This would include all pipe reworks, add and relocates, replacement of various valves and sprinkler heads.
- Also, I worked under close supervision during all inspections mentioned in NFPA 25.
Machinist
L&S Tools
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Cleaned and repaired molds that create silicone seals for GM.
- This included breaking the mold completely down and providing preventative maintenance.
- Also, if something was broken on the mold itself, I would fabricate a new piece with the use of a mill, grinder, or a lathe.
Education
Backflow Certification -
AETA-WSPS
11-2023
Nicet Level II - Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems
NICET
07-2020
Nicet Level I - Inspection and Testing of Water-based Systems
NICET
06-2020
Fire Extinguisher And Fire Hoses -
NICET
07-2016
Diploma - welding and fabrication
North Pike High School
05-2015
Skills
- Fire sprinkler inspection
- System maintenance
- Emergency response
- Compliance documentation
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Technical troubleshooting
- Field supervision
- Time management
- Material ordering
- Fire sprinkler installation
- Blueprint reading proficiency
- Basic computer literacy
- Code compliance awareness
- Job site management
Timeline
Lead Service Technician
Encore Fire Protection
05.2024 - Current
Lead Sprinkler Technician
Everon
10.2022 - 05.2024
Sprinkler Service Tech
Louisiana Fire Extinguisher
02.2020 - 10.2022
Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice/Fitter
Johnson Controls
07.2016 - 02.2020
Machinist
L&S Tools
06.2015 - 07.2016
Backflow Certification -
AETA-WSPS
Nicet Level II - Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems
NICET
Nicet Level I - Inspection and Testing of Water-based Systems
NICET
Fire Extinguisher And Fire Hoses -
NICET
Diploma - welding and fabrication
North Pike High School