Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm Inspector

Atlantis-Fire-Protection; Auburn (AL); In loco; USD 48.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive pay

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

Descrizione del lavoro

Atlantis Fire Protection in Auburn, AL seeks an experienced inspector to conduct scheduled inspections and tests of water-based fire protection, fire alarm, and backflow systems. You will document findings, communicate life-safety impacts, and ensure reports meet codes and customer requirements.

The role requires NICET II water-based and fire alarm certifications, UF TREEO backflow tester credentials, and state permits as applicable.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant inspection/service experience.
• NICET Level II certification in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems and NICET Level II in Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems required.
• UF TREEO Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification, including two-year recertification; Backflow Repair and Maintenance certification preferred.
• For Florida assignments: Water-Based Fire Protection Inspector Permit and Fire Alarm System Agent credentials required; BASA if burglar/security work.
• Proficient with inspection software, mobile devices, digital reports, email, photos, and basic electrical/mechanical test equipment; able to read plans and diagrams.
• Valid driver's license and authorization to work in the United States; able to pass background checks.

Mansioni

• Plan routes, confirm site contacts, review prior reports, and maintain professional communication with customers.
• Inspect and test water-based systems per NFPA 25 and AHJ edition requirements.
• Inspect and test fire alarm control units and related devices per NFPA 72.
• Perform backflow testing and comply with certifications and local requirements.
• Document readings, results, deficiencies, photos, and recommendations in company software; issue tags and reports on time.
• Coordinate monitoring-system test status, impairment notifications, and required shutdowns with stakeholders.
• Maintain meters, test equipment, and safety procedures; report damaged equipment immediately.

Conoscenze

NFPA knowledge

Plan and read plans

Troubleshooting

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

NICET Level II (Water-Based Systems)

NICET Level II (Fire Alarm Systems)

UF TREEO Backflow Tester

State permits (where applicable)

Strumenti

Inspection software

Mobile devices

Digital reports

Descrizione del lavoro

POSITION SUMMARY

I ndependently performs scheduled inspection, testing, and documentation of water-based fire protection, fire alarm, and backflow prevention systems. Identifies deficiencies, communicates life-safety impacts, maintains required credentials, and delivers complete, accurate, and timely reports in accordance with adopted codes, manufacturer instructions, company procedures, and jurisdictional requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Plan assigned routes, confirm site contacts and access, review prior reports and system history, arrive within scheduled windows, and maintain professional communication with customers and office staff.
• Inspect and test wet, dry, preaction, deluge, standpipe, fire pump, private fire service main, hydrant, water-storage, and related water-based systems in accordance with NFPA 25 and the adopted edition required by the authority having jurisdiction.
• Inspect and functionally test fire alarm control units, initiating devices, notification appliances, supervising stations, power supplies, interfaces, releasing functions, and sprinkler supervisory/alarm signals in accordance with NFPA 72 and approved procedures.
• Perform backflow prevention assembly testing using properly maintained and calibrated test equipment; complete utility/AHJ forms and comply with UF TREEO certification and local water-purveyor requirements.
• Conduct main-drain, waterflow, valve, alarm, supervisory, battery, sensitivity, fire-pump, trip, and other required tests without creating avoidable impairment, property damage, false dispatch, or disruption to customer operations.
• Coordinate monitoring-system test status, impairment notifications, fire-watch needs, shutdowns, restorations, and acceptance of systems with customers, supervising stations, service teams, and authorities as required.
• Document device counts, locations, readings, results, deficiencies, photos, model/serial information, test-equipment data, and corrective recommendations in company software; issue required tags and reports accurately and on time.
• Classify deficiencies consistently, explain findings without overstating code authority, identify urgent life-safety conditions, and generate clear repair recommendations and service leads for estimating and follow-up.
• Perform limited troubleshooting and minor corrections only within training, authorization, licensing, and approved scope; obtain approval before billable repairs and elevate design, programming, or impairment issues.
• Maintain custody, calibration status, and readiness of meters, gauges, backflow kits, smoke/heat test equipment, ladders, tools, labels, and vehicle stock; report damaged or out-of-tolerance equipment immediately.
• Follow OSHA, company, customer, electrical-safety, ladder/lift, PPE, lockout/tagout, confined-space, and impairment procedures; report incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and accidental activations immediately.
• Maintain required licenses, permits, certifications, continuing education, manufacturer training, and code knowledge; support after-hours, weekend, emergency, and regional assignments when business needs require.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS

• High school diploma or GED and at least two years of relevant inspection/service experience. Strong working knowledge of NFPA 25, NFPA 72, inspection frequencies, test procedures, impairments, and deficiency documentation.
• Current NICET Level II certification in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems and NICET Level II in Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems required. A candidate holding one may be considered if qualified to obtain the second within a company-approved period.
• Current UF TREEO Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification, including required two-year recertification; Backflow Repair and Maintenance certification preferred. Must also hold any water-purveyor approvals required for assigned territories.
• For Florida assignments: active Water-Based Fire Protection Inspector Permit and Fire Alarm System Agent (FASA) credential required as applicable; BASA required only when assigned burglar/security system work. Maintain all state/local permits and continuing education.
• Proficient with inspection software, mobile devices, digital reports, email, photos, and basic electrical/mechanical test equipment; able to read plans, riser diagrams, sequence-of-operations documents, and inspection records.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; authorized to work in the United States; able to pass job-related background, driving, and customer-site screening requirements.

PHYSICAL & WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly lift/carry up to 50 lb.; climb ladders and stairs; work from approved lifts and in overhead, confined, elevated, hot, cold, wet, dusty, noisy, or otherwise difficult positions; stand, bend, kneel, reach, and walk large facilities for extended periods.
• Wear required PPE and work safely around active construction, operating facilities, noise, moving equipment, and varying weather. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

BENEFITS

Competitive pay | PTO | Paid holidays | 401(k) | Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

PAY

$35 - $45 an hour with a moving reimbursement/bonus of $7500 after 90 days of successful employment.

McCoy Fire & Safety is a part of the Atlantis Fire Protection, LLC ("AFP") family. AFP operates as a growing platform business with Operating Companies across the southeastern United States, delivering comprehensive fire protection and life safety solutions. Our mission centers on protecting lives and property through industry-leading technical expertise and operational excellence.