Fire Protection Inspector

We provide industry-leading, end-to-end fire protection, mechanical, and HVAC services. Our skilled tradespeople work in virtually every market across the nation.

S.A. Comunale #comunale.  The primary function of this role is to perform NFPA based inspections of water based fire systems, fire alarm systems, and fire extinguishers.  The Company goal is to continuously grow the revenues of Inspections while maintaining profits, satisfying customer’s requirements, and staying compliant with NFPA guidelines. 

 

This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment with a focus towards customer development and support, quality work performance, and an understanding of all the necessary NFPA codes that support each fire system.  It will require travel to customer sites.

 

Primary duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

• Perform NFPA 25 based inspections on wet, dry, deluge, pre-action, standpipe systems, fire hydrants, and fire pumps.
• Perform NFPA 72 based inspections on fire alarm systems, including all components of those systems.
• Perform NFPA 10 based inspections on fire extinguishers.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of wet based fire systems, and describe them to owners and service managers for repairs.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of fire alarm and fire extinguisher systems.
• Monitor and assure progress and completion of all assigned tasks.
• Complete and submit all work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
• Responsible for self-scheduling of daily inspections.
• Up-sell Company capabilities to new and existing customers.
• Perform inspections from man lifts at elevations of 30 to 40 feet from ground level, as necessary.
• Perform annual inspections on both domestic and fire backflows.

 

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years’ experience performing inspections is required.
• Vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
• Working knowledge of the operational characteristics of the following Fire Protection Systems: wet, dry, foam, deluge, pre-action, standpipe, fire hydrants, and fire pumps is required.
• Working knowledge of the operational characteristics of fire extinguishers, and emergency/exit lights is required.
• Individual backflow license is a plus.
• Knowledge of NFPA 10, 25, and 72 is required.
• Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues is required.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissors/articulating lifts is required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
• Ability to obtain all required certifications, including NICET is required.
• NICET Level II in water based or fire alarm systems is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds is required.
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications is required.
• Experience utilizing a tablet, smart phone, and/or other technology is required.
• Ability to think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results is required.
• Building positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees and management is required.
• Demonstrating integrity and professionalism is required.
• Demonstrating commitment to company values is required.
• Excellent organizational skills is required.
• Ability to follow-up on tasks and assignments in a timely manner is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.
• Ability to perform basic business mathematical functions is required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment is required.
• Complying with all operating policies, procedures, executed Plans, and Programs is required.

 

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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