Inspector Trainee

Summit Fire & Security•Chantilly, VA

3d•$20 - $21

About The Position

The Inspector Trainee gains working knowledge and performs fire protection inspections and 24-hour service under the direct supervision of an Inspection/Service Technician. The role assists with inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes while developing knowledge of life-safety codes, fire sprinkler and alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and their components and operation. The trainee performs testing and maintenance under supervision, completes weekly on-the-job training documentation, and learns to distinguish inspection deficiencies from service work needed to correct them. The role includes following company safety programs and procedures, participating in weekly Toolbox talks, attending scheduled regional inspector training sessions, and progressing through the NICET certification process. Passing NICET Level II in Inspection, Testing & Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems is required before attaining Inspector status. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel, with work performed indoors and outdoors and exposure to varied temperatures, noise, confined spaces, dust, fumes, odors, electrical hazards, and other jobsite conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn as required by company safety policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0–2 years of fire protection system inspection experience preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, scheduling, planning and organizing, troubleshooting, and ability to train others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Ability to operate a computer and tablet.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with company drug and alcohol policy and background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements where applicable.
Ability to perform the stated physical requirements, including frequent bending, using step stools, ladders and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, and extended standing and walking; occasional duties include lifting over 50 pounds, driving, balancing, crouching, and working at heights.
Ability to travel frequently locally and occasionally regionally and beyond, work indoors and outdoors in hot or cold temperatures, and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sales Force and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Assist Inspectors with inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes.
Perform testing and maintenance under the direct supervision of an Inspection/Service Technician.
Complete on-the-job training documentation each week.
Differentiate inspection deficiencies from service required to correct identified deficiencies.
Follow the company Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous Communication program, policies, and procedures; participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know the location of related safety documentation on each project.
Attend scheduled Inspector training sessions to stay current with technology, installation, testing, and reporting approaches.
Begin the NICET exam cycle application during the third training evolution, begin exam preparation during the fourth evolution, and begin testing during session five or approximately within one year of hire or enrollment in Inspector training classes.
Pass NICET Level II certification in Inspection, Testing & Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems before achieving Inspector status.
Perform other duties as assigned.