Inspector

1st Fire Protection Services; McAllen (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 and advancement

Job summary

Our Corpus branch is 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.

Ideal candidates will have 2–3 years of inspection experience, a valid driver’s license, knowledge of NFPA codes, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience inspecting fire sprinkler systems or equivalent.
• Knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes and standards for inspection, testing and installation.
• RME-I license required (preferred others)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing, servicing, installing and preventive maintenance on 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.

Skills

Inspection experience 2-3 years

NFPA codes knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

FIRE SPRINKLER INSPECTOR

Company Profile: 1st FP McAllen, 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, Corpus, College Station, and Lubbock.

Job Summary

Our Corpus branch is 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