Inspector Trainee

Redmaneq; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

S.A. Comunale is seeking an Inspector Trainee to perform NFPA-based inspections of water-based fire systems, fire alarms, and extinguishers. Travel to customer sites is required, with emphasis on customer development, quality work, and understanding NFPA codes that support each system.

Essential duties include learning NFPA-based inspection procedures, basic troubleshooting, and timely submission of work tickets and reports while developing field skills and OSHA-certification readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational training is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to obtain NICET certification.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to walk, stand, and climb stairs for extended periods.
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.

Responsibilities

• Learn NFPA 25 based inspections on Wet, Dry, Deluge, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems and Fire Pumps.
• Learn NFPA 72 based inspections on Fire Alarm systems and components.
• Learn NFPA 25 based inspections on Standpipe Systems and Fire Hydrants.
• Learn NFPA 10 based inspections on Fire Extinguishers.
• Learn basic troubleshooting of Wet based Fire Sprinkler Systems and Fire Alarm components.
• Learn how to complete and submit all inspection tickets and reports promptly.
• Learn to self-schedule daily inspections and coordinate with customers.
• Support upsell of the Company’s capabilities to new and existing customers.
• Pass OSHA certification to perform inspections from personnel lifts at elevations.
• Learn annual inspections on Domestic and Fire Backflows.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Valid driver’s license

NICET certification (goal)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

We provide industry-leading, end-to-end fire protection, mechanical, and HVAC services. Our skilled tradespeople work in virtually every market across the nation.

S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power. With 16 locations and over 1,450 employees, including 850 skilled tradesmen throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Kentucky, Maryland, and West Virginia, S.A. Comunale can work in virtually every market sector and facility type.

Job Summary

Job Title:Inspector Trainee

S.A. Comunale is seeking an Inspector Trainee. The primary function of this role is to perform NFPA-based inspections of water based fire systems, fire alarm systems, and fire extinguishers.

Travel to customer sites will be required. This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast paced multi tasked environment with a focus towards customer development and support, quality work performance, and an understanding of all the necessary NFPA codes that support each fire system. Travel to customer sites will be required.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Learn how to perform NFPA 25 based inspections on Wet, Dry, Deluge, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems and Fire Pumps.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 72 based inspections on Fire Alarm systems, including all components of Fire Alarm systems.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 25 based inspections on Standpipe Systems and Fire Hydrants.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 10 based inspections on Fire Extinguishers.
• Learn how to perform basic troubleshooting of Wet based Fire Sprinkler Systems that can be described to owners and service managers for repairs.
• Learn how to perform basic troubleshooting of Fire Alarm systems, to include replacing fire alarm system components, such as smoke detectors and pull stations when applicable.
• Learn how to complete and submit all work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
• Learn how to self-schedule daily inspections.
• Learn how to up-sell the Company’s capabilities to new and existing customers.
• Pass OSHA certification to perform inspections from personnel lifts at elevations of 30-40 feet above ground level.
• Learn how to perform annual inspections on both Domestic and Fire Backflows.

Qualifications:

• Learn excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and quick learner.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to achieve any required certifications, including NICET required.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance required
• Ability to walk, stand, and climb stairs for extended periods of time required.
• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
• Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues required.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissors or articulating lifts required.
• Must be mechanically inclined.

Computer Skills:

• Computer Skills: Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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