Traveling Fire Systems Inspector (NFPA Expert)

S. A. Comunale Co., Inc.; Barberton (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

S. A. Comunale Co., Inc. is hiring a Traveling Inspector in Barberton, Ohio. This role involves conducting NFPA inspections on fire protection systems and involves extensive travel throughout the state. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of inspection experience, relevant licenses, and mechanical skills. Essential duties include troubleshooting fire systems, submitting inspection reports, and performing inspections at heights. A valid driver's license and the ability to lift 100 pounds are required. The company values diversity as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years’ experience performing inspections is required.
• Vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
• Ability to travel is required.
• Working knowledge of the operational characteristics of wet, dry, foam, deluge, pre‑action, standpipe, fire hydrants, and fire pumps is required.
• Retain an individual state(s) license to perform inspections on sprinkler, fire pump, hydrants, fire alarm, and fire extinguishers – required.
• Individual backflow license is required.
• Knowledge of NFPA 10, 25, and 72 is required.
• Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, is required.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissors/articulating lifts is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Ability to obtain all required certifications, including NICET, is required.
• NICET Level II in water‑based or fire alarm systems is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds is required.
• Experience utilizing a tablet, smartphone, and/or other technology is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform NFPA 25 based inspections on wet, dry, deluge, pre‑action, standpipe systems, fire hydrants, and fire pumps.
• Perform NFPA 72 based inspections on fire alarm systems, including all components of those systems.
• Perform NFPA 10 based inspections on fire extinguishers.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of wet‑based fire systems and describe findings to owners and service managers for repairs.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of fire alarm systems.
• Monitor and assure progress and completion of all assigned tasks.
• Complete and submit all work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
• Responsible for self‑scheduling of daily inspections.
• Up‑sell Company capabilities to new and existing customers.
• Perform inspections from man lifts at elevations of 30 to 40 feet from ground level, as necessary.
• Perform annual inspections on both domestic and fire backflows.
• Full‑time travel required throughout the state to customer sites.

Job description

S. A. Comunale Co., Inc. is hiring a Traveling Inspector in Barberton, Ohio. This role involves conducting NFPA inspections on fire protection systems and involves extensive travel throughout the state. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of inspection experience, relevant licenses, and mechanical skills. Essential duties include troubleshooting fire systems, submitting inspection reports, and performing inspections at heights. A valid driver's license and the ability to lift 100 pounds are required. The company values diversity as an Equal Opportunity Employer.