Traveling Inspector

S. A. Comunale Co., Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

S. A. Comunale Co., Inc. is seeking a Traveling Inspector responsible for performing inspections on fire systems and alarms. This role requires travel throughout the state and involves detailed reporting on inspection findings.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, at least 2 years of inspection experience, and a valid driver's license. Strong knowledge of fire system operations and troubleshooting mechanics is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inspection experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record required.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds required.

Responsibilities

• Perform NFPA 25 inspections on various fire systems.
• Conduct NFPA 72 inspections on fire alarm systems.
• Complete inspection reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Operational knowledge of fire systems

Inspection experience

Basic troubleshooting skills

Ability to travel

Mechanical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or industry trade school

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Tablet and smartphone usage

Job description

Job Title

Traveling Inspector

Essential Duties / 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.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 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.

Computer Skills

• Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. Veterans/Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.