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Alliance Green Services

Water Truck Driver

Calvert, AL · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

Operating the water spray or pump systems to apply water for dust suppression or compaction Safety and Compliance * Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures for water truck operations.

Savard Group

Water Truck Driver

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$20/hr

Apply water for dust suppression on haul roads, stockpiles, and plant areas. * Maintain proper moisture levels in aggregate materials as directed by plant management. * Fill, transport, and ...

Phillips, Inc.

Off- Road Water Truck Driver

Angleton, TX

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Operates an off-road water truck on active construction or job sites to perform dust suppression, compaction support, soil stabilization, and site watering operations. Responsible for the safe and ...

Phillips, Inc.

Off- Road Water Truck Driver

Houston, TX

$19 - $24.75/hr

Operates an off-road water truck on active construction or job sites to perform dust suppression, compaction support, soil stabilization, and site watering operations. Responsible for the safe and ...

Pae

Fire Alarm/Suppression Technician

Springfield, VA · On-site

The fire alarm and suppression mechanic performs a variety of life safety trade functions that ... Mechanic must have experience with backflow preventers, fire pumps, sprinkler heads, water flow and ...

Phillips, Inc.

Off- Road Water Truck Driver

Pearland, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Operates an off-road water truck on active construction or job sites to perform dust suppression, compaction support, soil stabilization, and site watering operations. Responsible for the safe and ...

H&K Group

Water Truck Driver

Chalfont, PA · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

The driver operates water truck to transport and dump water for dust suppression. A CDL license is not required. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Follows company safety ...

H&K Group

Water Truck Driver

Chalfont, PA · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

The driver operates water truck to transport and dump water for dust suppression. A CDL license is not required. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Follows company safety ...

H&K Group

Water Truck Driver

Chalfont, PA

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

The driver operates water truck to transport and dump water for dust suppression. A CDL license is not required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Follows company safety policies and MSHA ...

Phillips, Inc.

Off- Road Water Truck Driver

Houston, TX · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

Operates an off-road water truck on active construction or job sites to perform dust suppression, compaction support, soil stabilization, and site watering operations. Responsible for the safe and ...

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How much do water suppression jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for water suppression in the United States is $22.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Water Suppression vs Fire Sprinkler Fitter?

AspectWater SuppressionFire Sprinkler Fitter
CertificationsOSHA, Fire Protection CertificationsOSHA, Fire Sprinkler Certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilities, fire protection systemsInstallation and maintenance of sprinkler systems in buildings
Industry UsageFire safety, industrial safety, emergency systemsFire protection system installation and repair

Water Suppression specialists focus on designing, installing, and maintaining systems that suppress fires using water-based methods, often working in industrial or large-scale environments. Fire Sprinkler Fitters primarily install and service sprinkler systems in commercial and residential buildings. While both roles involve fire safety systems, Water Suppression roles tend to have a broader scope related to various suppression technologies, whereas Fire Sprinkler Fitters specialize specifically in sprinkler systems.

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Infographic showing various Water Suppression job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,210 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS MECHANIC (WATER-BASED)

US Department of the Navy

Newport, RI • On-site

$37.68/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 379 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 49 rated military and defense

Job description

You will serve as a FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS MECHANIC (WATER-BASED) in the PUBLIC WORKS DIR of NAVFAC ENGINEERING CMD MID-ATLANTIC.Qualifications:This position has an SPF for Grade 10 that the incumbent must demonstrate one of the following qualifying requirements has been met and is currently maintained. Qualified personnel must meet the standards set in UFC 3-601-02 Section 1-10.2.1. Acceptable requirements are as follows:
- A recognized certification through National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) with a minimum of Level II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems, or Special Hazard Suppression Systems.
- Completion of the Fire Suppression Systems Maintenance course (J3AZR3E451 01FB) at the Technical Training Center, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. The 82nd Training Wing, 782nd Training Group, 366th Training Squadron provides engineer craftsman skills training for all DoD branches and has both Army and Navy detachments assigned to the squadron.
- A recognized journeyman or craftsman-level qualifications for water-based suppression systems, or special hazard suppression systems, such as a formalized labor organization-based journeyman training, completed apprenticeship, or similar programs.
- A qualification or license from any state in water-based suppression systems, or special hazard suppression systems (or local jurisdiction if delegated authority by the state) and supporting continuing education if required by the local jurisdiction.
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ???????1) Replacing pipe, valves, fittings, sprinkler heads, monitoring devices, etc. on faulty or damaged sprinkler systems, to ensure full operational condition; 2) Documenting installs electronically, maintenance, testing, repairs, inspections, and impairments as required; 3) Meeting preventative maintenance tasks; 4) Coordinating with fire alarm or special hazard mechanics to verify proper monitoring, sequencing and controls; and 5) Ensuring the proper installation, as well as performing the maintenance, repair, inspection, and testing, of complex and integrated facility-level water based fire suppression systems.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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