Fire Alarm Inspector

Sciens Building Solutions; Hudson; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Professional career development

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Company cell phone

Company laptop

Company vehicle

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A facilities services company in Hudson, Quebec, is seeking an Entry-Level Fire Sprinkler Inspector. This role involves inspecting and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, producing inspection reports, and coordinating with contractors. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least 2 years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety industry, and must be currently enrolled in the Sprinkler Apprentice Program. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including 401(k) matching and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Enrolled in the Sprinkler Apprentice Program.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain fire sprinkler systems.
• Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Communicate with onsite contractors and coordinate projects.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget; log reports electronically.
• Oversee inventory and assist with scheduling and progress tracking.
• Support other inspectors and comply with safety programs.

Skills

Customer-focused

Good organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA Journeyman license

Tools

NFPA knowledge

Backflow inspection & repair

Electronic reporting tools

Job description

Overview

Fire Sprinkler Inspector-1 role at Sciens Building Solutions. This position will provide inspection and maintenance capabilities and 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. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important elements of the position.

What You’ll Be Doing (and Doing Well!)

• Responsible for reviewing system layouts and coordinating with the 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 responsibility for vehicle inventory.
• Provide support, guidance, and 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.

What We Like About You

• 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; 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 able to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
• Customer-focused; skilled in project and people management.
• Good organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physically capable of the demanding work, including lifting up to 25 pounds (up to 50 pounds occasionally), climbing ladders, and standing/walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• MA Journeyman license.

What We’re Bringing To The Table

• 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.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industries: Facilities Services