Sprinkler Inspector

About the role

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. This position works closely with the sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure their systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. It's a key role for a growing team requiring attention to detail and effective human relations.

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.
• Oversight of project inventory and responsibility for vehicle inventory.
• Support, guide, and provide expertise to other inspectors.
• Manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong 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.
• Product Specific Certifications as determined by the business.
• Certified in backflow inspection and repair preferred.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
• Customer-focused; skilled in project and people management.
• Good organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Able to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.