Fire Sprinkler Test & Inspect Tech

Everon; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Everon in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a field inspector to test and inspect fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, and other safety lines. You will document deficiencies, verify operation, and prepare timely reports under supervision.

Candidates should have 1+ year experience, High School or vocational training, PC proficiency, NFPA knowledge, valid driver's license, and the ability to travel. NICET Level I in Inspection and Testing is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School or vocational training completed.
• 1+ year inspecting fire alarm or sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and NFPA 25 basics.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug screen.
• NICET Level I in Fire Alarm or Water-Based Systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tests and inspections of fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
• Document deficiencies and prepare reports for management.
• Verify operations and communicate findings to customers.
• Maintain orderly truck inventory and comply with safety policies.
• Travel and on-call availability as required.

Skills

PC proficiency

NFPA knowledge

Detail oriented

On-site travel

Strong work ethic

Education

High School / Vocational Training

Tools

Multimeters

Battery analyzers

Decibel meters

Job description

Company Overview:

At Everon, we truly believe that our people are the difference – for our organization, the customers we serve and the communities we protect. When you’re a part of Everon, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of that difference every day. With more than 100 locations, a deep national presence, and comprehensive portfolio of solutions and services, our employees are always poised for career advancement and growth. For more information, visit www.everonsolutions.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Position Summary:

The basic function of this position is to test, perform routine inspections, document deficiencies and service fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems as well as other fire safety product lines. Typically works under supervision of a more senior inspector or supervisor.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Conducts routine tests and inspections, documents deficiencies of fire alarm systems, fire safety systems, fire sprinkler systems and other fire safety product lines according to prescribed processes.
• Verifies proper operation; prepares accurate and timely documentation of work performed.
• Prepares inspection/ deficiency reports for submission to management
• Interfaces with service management to ensure that all work is scheduled/handled.
• Interfaces with customers to explain work performed and answers their questions.
• Resolves customer concerns as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Must ensure customer satisfaction and a positive customer experience.
• Maintains and organizes truck inventory (equipment/parts and tools) to ensure proper response to customers’ needs.
• Must adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications - External

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Skills & Experience):

• Minimum of High School/Vocational training.
• Must have one (1) or more years of experience inspecting fire alarm products, wet fire sprinkler systems or industry-related experience.
• All 3 Texas licenses in Sprinkler, Fire Alarm and Suppression a plus
• Must be proficient in the use and application of personal computers.
• Must have a working knowledge of test equipment, such as multimeters, battery analyzers and decibel meters.
• Must be familiar with fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Required to have a full understanding of NFPA 72 and NFPA 25 with the ability to discern basic deficiencies in the system being inspected.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to clear a drug screening.

Certification/Licensing:

• Must obtain NICET Level I in Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems and NICET Level I or equivalent in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems within one (1) year.
• Must obtain and retain any licenses and certifications that are required by state and/or local codes.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, and harsh work environments.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Stand; walk; sit; twist; use hands to handle; reach with hands and arms; push; pull; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
• Use vision abilities including: close, distance, peripheral, depth, and color.
• Work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions/circumstances such as with ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, wires, ducts, crawl spaces, attics, above ceilings, etc.
• Lift, move, and hold up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work a full-time, flexible schedule with “on call availability” and must be able to travel on short notice.
• Must be able to drive a motor vehicle (day and evenings) for extended time periods.