Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Monterey, CA

13d • $40 - $55

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Inspector independently performs inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. The role requires technical competency and the ability to complete standard jobs without direct supervision while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company procedures. Punctuality is essential because system functionality checks and tests are regularly performed before building tenants arrive.

The position involves reviewing blueprints and drawings, confirming materials and equipment match the job scope, and installing equipment according to national sprinkler and life-safety codes and installation standards. The employee communicates with building engineers, property managers, and site contacts at the beginning and end of work, verifies work integrity before connecting to building sprinkler systems, makes repairs as needed, and provides NFPA-compliant documentation and sign-offs after testing and certification.

The employee maintains accurate work records and assigned tools and equipment. If assigned a company vehicle, the employee maintains its stock inventory, ensures regular servicing, and promptly reports vehicle issues. Weekly or daily job-status updates are provided to a manager. The role may also require occasional evening, weekend, or out-of-town assignments.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of sprinkler industry experience.
• California Sprinkler Fitter License/Certification.
• Must pursue and acquire NICET certification within the first year of employment and maintain certification while employed.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a customer-service orientation.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Clean driving record and reliable transportation to and from the office or job site.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and out-of-town assignments.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, codes, and regulations related to the work.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports and understand and follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Independently inspect, test, and maintain fire sprinkler systems.
• Arrive punctually, including for tests that must be completed before building tenants arrive.
• Review blueprints and drawings to determine system locations and placement.
• Confirm materials and equipment match the scope of work and job sold.
• Install equipment according to national sprinkler and life-safety codes and installation standards.
• Meet with building engineers, property managers, and/or site contacts upon arrival and at the end of the workday to communicate work status.
• Verify work integrity before tying into a building’s sprinkler system and make repairs as needed to ensure compliant system operation.
• Provide documentation according to NFPA standards upon completion of work, including sign-off after successful testing and certification.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed.
• If assigned a company vehicle, maintain an accurate truck-stock inventory, ensure the vehicle is regularly serviced, and immediately report vehicle problems.
• Provide weekly or daily job-status updates for review with a manager.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment and promptly report defects or problems.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Review official documents for completeness and accuracy, recognize and report deviations through inspection programs, and interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports and follow oral and written directions.
• Use or repair small/light equipment, including power tools and ladders, as well as medium equipment and machinery.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and career development
• Company vehicle, if applicable to the job
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed