Inspector Trainee
About The Position
Responsible for gaining a working knowledge of and performing fire protection inspections and 24-hour service under direct supervision of an Inspection/Service Technician. Summit Fire & Security is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We offer extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees.
Requirements
- HS Diploma or equivalent required.
- 0-2 years’ experience inspecting fire protection systems preferred.
- Must be able to work alone and as part of a team.
- Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, customer service skills, decision making skills, ability to multitasking, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train other is required.
- Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
- Ability to operate a computer and tablet, required.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
- Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Sales Force and ERP systems, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist Inspectors while they inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes
- Perform testing and maintenance under direct supervision of an Inspection/Service Technician.
- Required to complete on the job training documentation each week.
- Differentiate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies.
- Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks.
- Inspectors must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
- Required to attend Inspector training session at SFS to stay abreast of changing technology, installation and testing and reporting approaches.
- Required to begin NICET exam cycle application within the 3rd evolution of training, NICET exam preparation within the 4th evolution of training, and begin to test for NICET during session 5 or approximately within 1 year of hire date or enrollment into Inspector training classes.
- Trainees are required to pass NICET Level II certification in Inspection Testing & Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection Systems prior to achieving “Inspector” status.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
