Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Job summary

A leading fire safety company in Austin, Texas is seeking a qualified individual to perform building sprinkler inspections. The role requires an RME-I License and at least 5 years of experience with Fire Sprinkler Systems. Key responsibilities include testing and recording results, assisting management, and ensuring timely and accurate inspections. Strong customer service skills and proficiency with various tools and software are essential. Exceptional benefits and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• RME-I License is required.
• At least 5 years of experience with Fire Sprinkler Systems.
• Must be punctual and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Perform building sprinkler inspections and testing.
• Record and generate inspection results and reports.
• Assist Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Networking PC skills

Proficiency with test equipment

Education

RME-I License

Minimum 5 years experience with Fire Sprinkler Systems

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Palm unit operating systems

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

This position is responsible for performing building sprinkler inspections including testing devices, recording and generating results, and providing reports. Duties include assisting both the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager in collecting data and generating any necessary paperwork (Sprinkler Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that all inspections are completed on a timely basis and that inspections are done accurately and thoroughly.
• Testing of all building sprinkler control panels, devices, and functions of the sprinkler system and entering the test results into the Palm handheld device.
• Upon completion of an inspection download the information and generate a completed Sprinkler Inspection Report.
• Participate in monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education / Qualification

• RME-I License Required (Responsible Managing Employee- Inspection)
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience with Fire Sprinkler Systems
• Study and learn NFPA standards for the inspection and testing of fire protection systems. Stay current with code requirements, and industry changes, and obtain NICET certifications.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented.
• Must be able and willing to work within a team environment.
• Sprinkler experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in using test equipment including sensitivity test equipment, multi-meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
• Need good networking PC skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and use of Palm unit operating systems.
• Must be punctual. Being on time is critical due to the need to perform sound tests prior to building tenant arrivals.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Industrial, Commercial, & Residential building environment with moderate to high noise levels, and comfort with working at heights
• Mostly a physically demanding role. Most of the daily demand is standing and walking stairs and climbing ladders.
• May need to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.

Pay Range

$40-$49/hour.

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer