Fire Sprinkler Inspector Trainee: Learn, Certify, Grow

Century Fire Protection; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Training & Certifications

$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector Trainee to learn the fire protection trade while working with seasoned inspectors on inspections, testing, and maintenance of sprinkler systems. You will gain practical knowledge of NFPA inspection procedures, document results, and support scheduling and customer communication as you progress toward NICET certifications.

This entry role offers hands-on training, safety-focused work in mechanical spaces, and a path to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Construction, mechanical, or fire protection experience is a plus.
• Technical training in fire protection, mechanical systems, or construction is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and pursue NICET certifications.
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Comfortable using mobile inspection and digital reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Learn to test valves, alarms, gauges, water flow devices, and other components.
• Learn NFPA inspection procedures and documentation requirements.
• Document inspection results, deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection tools, equipment, and service vehicles.
• Assist with customer communication and scheduling needs.
• Follow company and OSHA safety requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training and certification programs.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Mobile inspection software

Basic Microsoft Word

Basic Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in fire protection, mechanical systems, or construction (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Century Fire Protection in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector Trainee to learn the fire protection trade while working with seasoned inspectors on inspections, testing, and maintenance of sprinkler systems. You will gain practical knowledge of NFPA inspection procedures, document results, and support scheduling and customer communication as you progress toward NICET certifications.

This entry role offers hands-on training, safety-focused work in mechanical spaces, and a path to