Fire Protection Inspector

S. A. Comunale Co., Inc. • Glen Burnie, MD

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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 company’s goal of growing inspection revenue while maintaining profitability, satisfying customer requirements, and complying with NFPA guidelines. The position requires working in a fast-paced, multitasked environment with an emphasis on customer development and support, quality work, and knowledge of the NFPA codes applicable to each fire system. Travel to customer sites is required.

Requirements

• Experienced / Licensed NICET LV 1 (ITWBS) minimum.
• Sprinkler inspector with a backflow license and a minimum of 3 years' experience.
• 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 scissors or articulating lifts.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain all required certifications, including NICET.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.
• Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel to customer sites.

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 basic troubleshooting of 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 when necessary.
• Perform annual inspections on domestic and fire backflows.
• Monitor and ensure progress and completion of assigned tasks.
• Complete and submit work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel promptly.
• Self-schedule daily inspections.
• Perform NFPA 25-based inspections on wet, dry, deluge, pre-action, and fire pump systems.
• Perform NFPA 25-based inspections on standpipe systems and fire hydrants.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED