Fire Sprinkler Inspector

About the role

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure our customers’ systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. Attention to detail and strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with systems and service departments for successful project execution.
• Communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
• Produce field surveys and daily project activity logs.
• Inspect and maintain fire sprinkler systems.
• Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Log and transmit inspection reports via laptop computers.
• Oversee project inventory and vehicle inventory.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other inspectors.
• Manage job scheduling and job progress efficiently and cost-effectively, with a focus on quality.
• Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Enrolled and actively going through the Sprinkler Apprentice Program.
• Strong understanding of all sprinkler systems components and how they work.
• Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps.
• Experience with installation of underground piping preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of NFPA 13.
• NICET level I certification or ability to obtain it.
• Job or site-specific equipment certification as determined by the business.
• Product-specific certifications as determined by the business.
• Certified in backflow inspection and repair preferred.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Willing and able to utilize electronic devices and software for completion of inspection reports and other duties.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
• Customer-focused with strong project and people management skills.
• Good organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physically fit to perform demanding work, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working from heights, climbing ladders, and standing/walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus.