Inspector

1st Fire Protection Services; Lorena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Dental, vision, and life insurance

Simple IRA with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

1st FP Sprinkler Companies is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector to inspect and test water-based sprinkler systems in commercial and industrial facilities. You will read blueprints, identify deficiencies, and write detailed reports documenting inspection findings.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of inspection experience, a valid driver’s license, and an active RME-I license. You will coordinate with the Branch Manager to keep projects on schedule and ensure NFPA-compliant work.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and NFPA codes during inspections.
• 2–3 years’ experience inspecting fire sprinkler systems.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• RME-I License required.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installing and preventative maintenance with water-based systems and/or sprinkler systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications and fire codes.
• Perform system tests for leaks using air and liquid pressure equipment.
• Complete service documentation detailing findings as needed.
• Coordinate inspection deficiencies and service to correct findings.
• Communicate with Branch Manager on delays, requirements, and status of job.

Skills

Read blueprints

NFPA codes

Inspection experience

MS Office familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

FIRE SPRINKLER INSPECTOR

Company Profile: 1st FP Lubbock, LLC is a privately-owned fire protection company that designs, fabricates, installs, maintains, and inspects fire protection systems in commercial & industrial buildings. We have offices located in San Antonio, Austin, Laredo, McAllen, Waco, Houston, College Station, and Lubbock.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Fire Sprinkler Inspector responsible for the testing and inspection of fire sprinkler systems, looking for deficiencies, troubleshooting existing conditions, reading and interpreting blueprints and manuals consistent with experience level, and ability to write detailed reports regarding inspection deficiencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspections, testing servicing, installing and preventative maintenance with water-based systems and/or sprinkler systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications and fire codes.
• Perform system tests for leaks using air and liquid pressure equipment.
• Complete service documentation detailing findings as needed.
• Able to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies.
• Communicate with Branch Manager on inspection or project delays, requirements, and general status of job to ensure that the customer receives the work per proposed scope.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Clean driving record.
• Knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes and standards for inspection testing and installation.
• RME-I License Required.
• FAL, BPAT, FEL-B, FEL-A, FEL-K preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Ability to work on ladders and lifts up to 50 feet tall.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 2-3 years’ experience inspecting various types of fire sprinkler systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Reliable transportation.
• MS Office (Word & Excel) experience.

Why Join Us:

At 1st FP Sprinkler Companies, we’re building something special — a team and a culture rooted in accountability, innovation, and growth. As a privately owned company, we move fast, value our people, and offer real opportunities for those who want to grow with us. We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance– $0 deductibles, $0 copays
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth and advancement opportunities