Inspector

Summit Companies • Houston, TX

29d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a multi-licensed inspector to join our Houston North office. Inspectors are responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision. This role involves recording and reporting deficiencies, communicating with customers and monitoring companies, and ensuring the proper use and maintenance of tools and company vehicles. The position requires adherence to safety programs and participation in training and toolbox talks. Inspectors will also train inspector trainees and stay updated on industry advancements.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent, required.
• 3-5 years’ experience inspecting fire protection systems required.
• 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 multitask, 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, tablet and read electronic blueprints 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift <50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus.
• Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
• Employee will frequently be required to work inside and outside in hot/cold temperatures and be exposed to loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes and odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards frequently.
• Employees will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, uneven and slippery surfaces.
• Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

• NICET and/or state required certification required based on location, preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience preferred.
• Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes with working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components.
• Record and report deficiencies of fire protection systems to SFS and Customers.
• Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner.
• Proper use and operation of tools required to complete the inspection (heat and smoke detector kit, backflow kit, pump equipment).
• Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections as scheduled in a timely manner.
• Be in an on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service and inspection requests.
• Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies.
• Ensure that all assigned tools are safeguarded and maintained.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures.
• Participate in weekly Toolbox talks.
• Know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
• Attend seminars from time to time to stay abreast of changing technology, installation and testing approaches.
• Train inspector trainees in all applicable aspects of fire protection.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED