Fire Sprinkler Inspector — $3K Sign-On & Protect Lives

Century Fire Protection; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $3,000

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Company-Paid Training & Certifications

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Inspector to inspect, test, and service sprinkler systems in the Hickory, NC area. You will identify deficiencies and help ensure systems are ready when needed most.

You will read blueprints, test for leaks, document service activities, and coordinate with the team to address deficiencies. A high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of inspection experience are required, with NFPA knowledge and NICET/Backflow preferences noted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of experience inspecting fire sprinkler systems or equivalent.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards for inspection, testing and installation.
• NICET II or III certification preferred.
• Backflow certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Clean MVR required.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, service, install, and perform preventive maintenance on water-based sprinkler systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and fire codes.
• Test systems for leaks using air and liquid pressure equipment.
• Identify deficiencies and complete detailed service documentation.
• Coordinate inspection deficiencies with the needed service to correct them.
• Communicate with the Service Manager and Inspections Coordinator regarding job status and requirements.
• Ensure work is completed according to the proposed scope.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Century Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Inspector to inspect, test, and service sprinkler systems in the Hickory, NC area. You will identify deficiencies and help ensure systems are ready when needed most.

You will read blueprints, test for leaks, document service activities, and coordinate with the team to address deficiencies. A high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of inspection experience are required, with NFPA knowledge and NICET/Backflow preferences noted.