Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Century Fire Protection; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($3,000)

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector. A High School Diploma or GED and 2–3 years inspecting fire sprinkler systems are required, with NFPA knowledge; NICET II/III certification and Backflow certification preferred. A pre-employment drug screen and clean MVR may be required.

Responsibilities include inspecting, testing, servicing and maintaining water-based sprinkler systems, reading blueprints, and documenting findings. Up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, 2–3 years inspection experience of various fire sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards for inspection, testing and installation.
• NICET II or III Certification (preferred).
• Backflow Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing and preventative maintenance of water-based or sprinkler systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and fire codes.
• Perform system tests for leaks using air and liquid pressure equipment.
• Complete service documentation detailing findings.
• Coordinate between inspection deficiencies and required service to correct findings.
• Communicate with Service Manager/Inspections Coordinator on delays and status to meet scope.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Inspection experience

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NICET II/III Certification

Backflow Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Century Fire Protection Charlotte – Charlotte, NC 28206
Position Type: Full Time
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Div. 147 – Charlotte, NC

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Summary

Responsible for testing and inspection of fire sprinkler systems, looking for deficiencies, troubleshooting existing conditions, reading and interpreting blueprints and manuals consistent with experience level, ability to write detailed reports regarding inspection deficiencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installing and preventative maintenance water-based systems and/or sprinkler systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications and fire codes.
• Perform system tests for leaks using air and liquid pressure equipment.
• Complete service documentation detailing findings as needed.
• Able to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies.
• Communicate with Service Manager and/or Inspections Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of job to ensure that the customer receives the work per proposed scope.

Additional Requirements

Pre-employment drug screen, Clean MVR, overtime and weekends may be required.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED; 2-3 years experience inspecting various types fire sprinkler systems; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes and standards for inspection, testing and installation; NICET II or III Certification, Backflow Certification preferred.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident