Fire Sprinkler Test & Inspection Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Tallahassee, FL, seeks a Building Sprinkler Inspector. This role includes performing inspections, testing devices, and generating reports. Applicants must have at least five years of experience with commercial fire sprinkler systems and preferred NICET certification. The role offers excellent pay, medical benefits, 401K with employer match, and opportunities for training and career development. A reliable means of transportation and punctuality are essential for this physically demanding position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience with fire sprinkler systems is preferred.
• Must have at least five years' experience in commercial fire sprinkler systems.
• Must be punctual and reliable with transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform building sprinkler inspections and testing devices.
• Assist the Lead Inspector in collecting data and generating inspection reports.
• Ensure inspections are completed accurately and timely.

Skills

Fire sprinkler systems experience

Customer service orientation

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Networking PC skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College Degree (preferred)

NICET certified or ACE Certification

Tools

Test equipment

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Palm handheld device

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

This position is responsible for performing building sprinkler inspections including testing devices, recording and generating results, and providing reports. Duties include assisting both the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager in collecting data and generating any necessary paperwork (Sprinkler Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Must have a minimum of three years of experience with fire sprinkler systems (preferred)
• Must have NICET certified or ACE Certification. (Required)
• Ensure that all inspections are completed on a timely basis and that inspections are done accurately and thoroughly.
• Testing of all building sprinkler control panels, devices, and functions of the sprinkler system and entering the test results into the Palm handheld device.
• Upon completion of an inspection download the information and generate a completed Sprinkler Inspection Report.
• Participate in monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education/Qualification

• College Degree is preferred; however, a High School diploma or equivalent is acceptable with acceptable experience.
• Must have a minimum of five years' experience in commercial fire sprinkler systems.
• Study and learn NFPA standards for the inspection and testing of fire protection systems. Stay current with code requirements, and industry changes.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented.
• Must be able and willing to work within a team environment.
• Sprinkler experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in using test equipment including sensitivity test equipment, multi-meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
• Need good networking PC skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and use of Palm unit operating systems.
• Reliable transportation to and from the office or job site.
• Must be punctual. Being on time is critical due to the need to perform sound tests prior to building tenant arrivals.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Industrial, Commercial, & Residential building environment with moderate to high noise levels, and comfort with working at heights
• Mostly a physically demanding role. Most of the daily demand is standing and walking stairs and climbing ladders.
• May need to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.

Pay

• $25 to $34 DOE & Licensing.

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer