Inspector Trainee

EMCOR Group • Reading, PA

101d

About The Position

The primary function of this role is to perform NFPA-based inspections of water based fire systems, fire alarm systems, and fire extinguishers. Travel to customer sites will be required. This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast paced multi tasked environment with a focus towards customer development and support, quality work performance, and an understanding of all the necessary NFPA codes that support each fire system.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to achieve any required certifications, including NICET required.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance required.
• Ability to walk, stand, and climb stairs for extended periods of time required.
• Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues required.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissors or articulating lifts required.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and quick learner.
• Learn excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform basic troubleshooting of wet based fire systems, and describe them to owners and service managers for repairs.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 25 based inspections on Wet, Dry, Deluge, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems and Fire Pumps.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 72 based inspections on Fire Alarm systems, including all components of Fire Alarm systems.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 25 based inspections on Standpipe Systems and Fire Hydrants.
• Learn how to perform NFPA 10 based inspections on Fire Extinguishers.
• Learn how to perform basic troubleshooting of Wet based Fire Sprinkler Systems that can be described to owners and service managers for repairs.
• Learn how to perform basic troubleshooting of Fire Alarm systems, to include replacing fire alarm system components, such as smoke detectors and pull stations when applicable.
• Learn how to complete and submit all work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
• Learn how to self-schedule daily inspections.
• Learn how to up-sell the Company's capabilities to new and existing customers.
• Pass OSHA certification to perform inspections from personnel lifts at elevations of 30-40 feet above ground level.
• Learn how to perform annual inspections on both Domestic and Fire Backflows.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: High school or GED