Sprinkler Inspector

jci; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking an Inspector Helper to assist in inspecting fire sprinkler systems and to begin a life-safety career path. You will support Lead Inspectors, handle inspection reports, and help maintain schedules while prioritizing safety and customer service.

Role requires NICET II, high school diploma, and strong teamwork; the company emphasizes training toward NICET certifications and advancement within the fire industry.

Qualifications

• NICET II
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service
• Able to work well with others
• Self-starter who can eventually work with little to no supervision
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly
• Basic computer skills – Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook along with SmartPhone skills
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 30 lbs
• Must be able to climb ladders and willing to work with scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet
• Able to work flexible hours including alternate shifts or weekends
• Able to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Experience in retail, insurance adjusting, inventory or order management a plus
• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test

Responsibilities

• Assist customers by inspecting and testing fire alarm systems to ensure full functionality.
• Complete inspection reports and documents with proper coding through communication devices.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via laptop.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform duties with safety of yourself and colleagues and customers in mind.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Self-starter

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Quick learner

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Smartphone

Job description

What you will do

In this role you will help save lives by assisting in the inspection of fire sprinkler systems. You will also be stepping onto a noble career path - to be a life safety professional.

Inspectors are responsible for assisting the Lead Fire Sprinkler Inspector with conducting routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Sprinkler or Suppression life safety product lines. Johnson Controls will take an active role in laying out a training and development program for Inspector Helpers to help them begin to achieve NICET certifications and get promoted to higher levels of responsibility in our organization and in the fire industry.

How you will do it

• Assisting our customers to keep their buildings and occupants safe and compliant by inspecting and testing fire alarm systems and associated devices to make sure they are fully functional and operational




• Complete Inspection reports and documents with proper coding through communication devices such as laptop computers and/or hard copy




• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule




• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via laptop computer




• Complete assigned inspections on time




• Perform duties with the safety of yourself and your colleagues and customers in mind 100% of the time




• Perform other duties as assigned

What we look for

Required

• NICET II




• High School Diploma or equivalent required




• Demonstrate a high level of customer service




• Able to work well with others




• Self-starter who can eventually work with little to no supervision




• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly




• Basic computer skills – Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook) along with SmartPhone skills




• Able to follow verbal and written instructions




• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 30 lbs.




• Must be able to climb ladders and willing to work with scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet. Understanding this may include working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings etc.




• Able to work flexible hours including alternate shifts or weekends to meet customer requirements




• Able to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety guidelines and procedures




• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements




• Experience in retail, insurance adjusting, inventory or order management a plus




• Able to pass a pre-employment background and drug test

Preferred

• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and operational/product manuals (this can be taught to employee in first 12 months)




• Experience with hand tools and barcode scanners. (this can be taught to employee in first 12 months)

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $19.42-$29.13 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe yourbackground warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.

Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, includingartificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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