Inspector - TRAVEL TEAM

Allied Fire Protection•Carrollton, TX

12d

About The Position

The Inspector (RME-I) performs fire-protection system inspections at any of the company's seven office locations, traveling as needed to meet customer demands. The position may follow a rotating schedule and requires the ability to work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed. Travel support may include per diem, a company truck, gas card, toll tag, company cell phone, and tablet. The role may involve inspections of sprinkler, fire alarm, extinguisher, hood suppression, and special hazard systems, depending on the licenses held. Inspectors complete inspection documentation, apply relevant NFPA standards and manufacturer requirements, identify deficiencies and corrective-service needs, and maintain applicable licenses. Cross-training to obtain additional licenses is expected. A Super Tech-level inspector holds all listed fire licenses, leads large inspections and special projects, may assist or fill in for the inspection manager, and mentors lower-level technicians. The position also requires adherence to safety practices, company procedures, training, documentation, inventory management, equipment and vehicle care, jobsite cleanliness, production expectations, customer service, and professional communication. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent, the required NICET level and applicable current Texas Department of Insurance license, relevant trade experience, and a valid Texas driver's license with a clean driving record and acceptable criminal background.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Required NICET level for the trade and applicable, current Texas Department of Insurance license.
For sprinkler work: minimum 5 years of experience; installation or service experience is a plus.
For alarm work: minimum 3 years of experience; installation or service experience is a plus.
For extinguisher work: minimum 2 years of experience.
For hood suppression work: minimum 3 years of experience.
For special hazard work: minimum 5 years of experience, an FAL license, and related work experience.
Current and valid Texas driver's license with a clean/good driving record and acceptable criminal background.
Strong understanding of materials, tools, equipment, and procedures used in installation, plus working knowledge of NFPA standards.
Ability to accurately complete and maintain required paperwork.
Ability to maintain company vehicles and tools according to company policy.
Willingness and ability to perform testing and maintenance.
Ability to identify and document inspection deficiencies and required corrective service.
Ability to work effectively in a team, under pressure, and within scheduled timeframes.
Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with moderate supervision.
Strong customer service skills and attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to take direction from upper management and comply with company core values and safety handbook.
Ability to work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed.

Nice To Haves

Installation or service experience for sprinkler or alarm systems.

Responsibilities

Travel to any of the company's seven office locations to perform inspection work and respond to on-demand customer needs.
Inspect fire sprinkler systems and associated components, including wet, dry, fire pump, pre-action, deluge, antifreeze loop, and backflow systems, as applicable to licenses held.
Inspect fire alarm systems and associated components, as applicable to licenses held.
Inspect fire extinguishers, hood suppression systems, and special hazard systems and their components, as applicable to licenses held.
Complete inspection-related documentation accurately, professionally, and with required signatures.
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards, materials, installation processes, and manufacturer requirements.
Maintain the RME-I license and obtain and maintain TCEQ backflow licensing (B-PAT), as applicable to the role and licenses held.
Cross-train in additional licensing duties and pursue multiple licenses.
For Super Tech duties, lead large inspections and special projects, work with multiple technicians or independently, assist or fill in for the inspection manager as required, and mentor lower-level technicians.
Complete required safety and certification training; submit JSAs, Toolbox Talks, audit forms, and incident or accident reports on time and accurately.
Submit accurate timesheets, including job information, overtime, and travel time, on time.
Manage inventory and materials, including reviewing, updating, and approving packing slips and submitting them promptly.
Maintain and care for company equipment, vehicles, tools, and lifts.
Keep jobsites clean, organized, professional, and safe; follow company SOPs and safety requirements, including Stop Work Authority.
Monitor budgeted versus actual labor hours and communicate proactively with the superintendent.
Maintain punctuality, attendance, professional appearance, and effective communication with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
Support customer satisfaction, respond to survey feedback with improvement actions, and maintain quality control to reduce return trips and warranty work.
Participate in required team meetings and demonstrate teamwork.
Perform testing and maintenance, identify and document inspection deficiencies, and communicate required corrective service.
Work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed.