Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Johnson Controls • Rancho Cucamonga, CA

17d • $23 - $31

About The Position

Johnson Controls is hiring a Fire Sprinkler Inspector to conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on sprinkler and other life-safety product lines, including products made by competing manufacturers. The role focuses on meeting customer expectations through quality inspections, documenting deficiencies accurately, completing assigned work on schedule, and representing the company professionally. Inspectors use communicating devices such as laptops and smartphones, as well as hardcopy forms, to complete and code inspection acknowledgements. They may make minor repairs and programming changes to inspected systems and assist a foreman with installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.

The position requires participation in Grinnell’s approved Apprenticeship Program and maintaining its standards. Work can involve physical labor, carrying equipment, climbing ladders and scaffolding, using high-lift equipment, and working in ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings. The inspector must follow safety procedures and be available for flexible hours, on-call rotations, nights, weekends, and out-of-town travel as customer needs require.

The hiring hourly range is $22.50–$30.96. The final rate depends on the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data. The role includes a competitive benefits package. Johnson Controls may use technology-assisted tools, including AI, to help identify and evaluate candidates, but human reviewers make all hiring decisions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NICET I certification or ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain and retain licenses required by national, state, and local codes.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, program schematics, and operational or product manuals.
• Experience using hand tools and a multimeter.
• Ability to perform physical labor and carry or move equipment and tools weighing up to 50–70 pounds.
• Ability to work in difficult positions and at heights up to 40 feet, including on ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment, and in ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call rotation, nights, and weekends.
• Willingness to travel out of town.
• Strong customer-service skills.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and ability to learn quickly.
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
• 1–2 years of fire sprinkler experience.

Nice To Haves

• NICET II certification.
• Degree or certificate from a trade school or program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on sprinkler and other life-safety product lines, including competing manufacturers’ products.
• Meet customer expectations while performing quality inspections.
• Accurately identify and document deficiencies found during inspections.
• Represent the company professionally.
• Complete service acknowledgements and inspections with proper coding using communicating devices or hardcopy forms.
• Follow and maintain a structured inspection schedule.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes to systems being inspected.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.
• Perform other duties as directed.
• Carry and move equipment and tools and perform physical labor.
• Assist the foreman with installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.
• Perform work in difficult positions and locations, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment, and working within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
• Participate in Grinnell’s approved Apprenticeship Program and maintain all requirements of its Apprenticeship Standards.
• Work flexible hours, including on-call rotation, nights, and weekends, and travel out of town as required.
• Adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care, available day one.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through the Zero Harm policy.

What This Job Offers

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