Inspector

Summit Fire & Security; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Fire & Security in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking inspectors to inspect, test, and maintain fire sprinkler systems, pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, a HS Diploma, and NICET certification if required by location; you will read blueprints, use tools, and coordinate inspections. Travel may be required.

Candidates must communicate clearly, work independently or on a team, and adhere to safety programs and company policies.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET and/or state certification required based on location; preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience inspecting fire protection systems; 5+ years preferred.
• Ability to work alone or in a team; strong math, mechanical, problem solving, customer service, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent reading, writing, and communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes and sprinkler components.
• Record and report deficiencies to SFS and customers.
• Communicate professionally with customers and offsite monitoring companies.
• Operate tools for inspections (detectors, backflow kit, pump equipment).
• Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections as scheduled; be on-call as required.
• Ensure vehicle and tools are safe and maintained; follow safety programs and policies.
• Attend seminars to stay updated on technology and practices.
• Train inspector trainees in applicable aspects of fire protection.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Fire protection inspection

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Customer service

Decision making

Multitasking

Planning & organizing

Troubleshooting

Training others

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

NICET certification (preferred)

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Inspectors are responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes with working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components.
• Record and report deficiencies of fire protection systems to SFS and Customers.
• Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
• Proper use and operation of tools required to complete the inspection (heat and smoke detector kit, backflow kit, pump equipment)
• Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections as scheduled in a timely manner.
• Required to be in an on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service and inspection requests
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Ensure that all assigned tools are safeguarded and maintained.
• Understand and follow SFS's Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Inspectors must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
• Attend seminars from time to time to stay abreast of changing technology, installation and testing approaches.
• Train inspector trainees in all applicable aspects of fire protection.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent, required.
• NICET and/or state required certification required based on location, preferred.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years' experience inspecting fire protection systems required. 5+ years' experience preferred.
• Must be able to work alone and as part of a team. Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, customer service skills, decision making skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train other is required.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

SYSTEMS AND SOFTWARE SKILLS

• Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required. Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office is preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with SFS's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift <50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel is required. Employee will frequently be required to work inside and outside in hot/cold temperatures and be exposed to loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes and odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards frequently. Employees will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, uneven and slippery surfaces. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, affirmative Action employer.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.