Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking Fire Sprinkler Inspectors to test and document fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA standards at customer sites.

You will perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, and preventative maintenance on water-based sprinkler systems while meeting quality expectations. Requirements include 3–5 years of sprinkler experience, NICET II certification, ability to read blueprints and manuals, and the capacity to lift 50–70 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience with sprinkler systems.
• NICET II Certification required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.
• Able to read and interpret technical and parts manuals to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Must follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to carry/move equipment weighing 50–70 lbs.
• Must work on lifts and ladders.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record per company requirements.
• Must participate in scheduled after-hours on-call rotation.
• Able to pass pre-employment background and drug test.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, and preventative maintenance on water-based or sprinkler systems.
• Meet customer expectations while performing quality inspections.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding via laptops or hard copy.
• Follow a structured inspection schedule and archive documentation.
• Complete assigned inspections on time and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with sprinkler systems

NICET II Certification

Blueprints & specifications reading

Follow instructions

Lift and move heavy equipment

Work on lifts and ladders

Valid driver’s license

On-call flexibility

Background & drug test readiness

Safety compliance

Education

NICET II Certification

Job description

What you will do

Fire Sprinkler Inspectors are responsible for the testing and documenting the results of fire protection systems according to NFPA standards.

How you will do it

• Responsible for meeting customer expectations while performing quality inspections.
• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, and preventative maintenance on water based systems and/or sprinkler systems.
• Learn to complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices, such as laptop computers and/or hard copy.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documentation program via the laptop computer.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

Required

• 3 to 5 years of experience with sprinkler systems
• NICET II Certification
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and specifications
• Able to read and interpret technical and parts manuals to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50-70 pounds
• Must be able to work on lifts and ladders
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements
• Must be available to participate in a scheduled after-hours on-call rotation
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.

Preferred

• State Backflow certified

HIRING HOURLY RANGE:

$26.06 - $39.04 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us