Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Century Fire Protection; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

401(K) with Company Match

Job summary

Century Fire Protection, based in North Carolina, is seeking a qualified individual responsible for testing and inspecting fire sprinkler systems. This role involves performing routine inspections, communicating with service management, and writing detailed reports regarding deficiencies found during inspections.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, along with 2-3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience inspecting various types of fire sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards.
• NICET II or III Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and testing of sprinkler systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Complete service documentation detailing inspection findings.
• Coordinate between inspection deficiencies and required service.

Skills

Inspection of fire sprinkler systems

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Reading blueprints and manuals

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-3 years experience inspecting fire sprinkler systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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, and writing detailed reports regarding inspection deficiencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installing and preventative maintenance of 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 the 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.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED; 2-3 years experience inspecting various types of fire sprinkler systems; or an 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

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast. There are a wide range of positions and opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients.