Fire Protection Inspector
About The Position
S.A. Comunale is seeking a Fire Protection Inspector to perform NFPA-based inspections of water-based fire systems and fire alarm systems. The role supports the growth and profitability of inspection services while meeting customer requirements and complying with NFPA guidelines. It calls for working effectively in a fast-paced, multitasked environment, with an emphasis on customer development and support, quality work, and knowledge of applicable NFPA codes. Travel to customer sites is required. The inspector performs basic troubleshooting of wet-based fire systems and communicates findings to owners and service managers for repairs. The position also includes annual inspections of domestic and fire backflows, self-scheduling daily inspections, tracking assigned work through completion, and submitting work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel promptly. Inspections may require working from man lifts 30 to 40 feet above ground level.
Requirements
- Experienced or licensed NICET Level I (ITWBS) at minimum.
- Sprinkler inspector with a backflow license and at least 3 years of experience.
- Experience performing NFPA 25-based inspections on wet, dry, deluge, pre-action, and fire pump systems.
- Experience performing NFPA 25-based inspections on standpipe systems and fire hydrants.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Working knowledge of the operational characteristics of wet, dry, foam, deluge, pre-action, standpipe, fire hydrant, and fire pump systems.
- Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
- Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissor or articulating lifts.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to obtain all required certifications, including NICET.
- Ability to lift at least 35 pounds.
- Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational or industry trade school education.
- Experience performing NFPA 72-based inspections on fire alarm systems, including all system components.
- Individual backflow license.
- NICET Level II in water-based or fire alarm systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform NFPA-based inspections of water-based fire systems and fire alarm systems.
- Troubleshoot wet-based fire systems and explain findings to owners and service managers for repairs.
- Perform inspections from man lifts at elevations of 30 to 40 feet above ground level, as necessary.
- Perform annual inspections on domestic and fire backflows.
- Monitor and ensure the progress and completion of assigned tasks.
- Complete and submit work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
- Self-schedule daily inspections.
- Travel to customer sites.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
