Inspector Sign on Bonus of up to $5,000.00!!

Summit Companies•Reno, NV

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About The Position

Inspectors inspect, test, and maintain fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision. They work in accordance with NFPA codes and use the tools and equipment needed to complete inspections. The position includes recording and reporting system deficiencies, coordinating scheduled inspections, and communicating professionally with customers, colleagues, and offsite monitoring companies. Inspectors may be required to be on call for emergency service and inspection requests, maintain a company-provided vehicle and assigned tools, and follow company safety policies and procedures. They also attend seminars to stay current on technology and inspection practices and train inspector trainees. The role requires frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, including in hot or cold temperatures and environments that may involve noise, confined spaces, dust, fumes, odors, electrical hazards, and other workplace hazards. Employees must wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to five years of experience inspecting fire protection systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, scheduling, planning, organization, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to train others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Ability to operate a computer and tablet and read electronic blueprints.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including frequent bending, climbing step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneeling, lifting less than 50 pounds, reaching, and standing and walking for extended periods; occasional lifting over 50 pounds, balancing, crouching, driving, sitting, stooping, twisting, and working at heights.
Ability to see color, near and far distances, peripheral vision and depth, and adjust focus.
Ability to consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

NICET and/or state-required certification, depending on location.
Five or more years of experience inspecting fire protection systems.
Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes, including sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components.
Record and report fire protection system deficiencies to SFS and customers.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers and offsite monitoring companies.
Properly use and operate tools required for inspections, including heat and smoke detector kits, backflow kits, and pump equipment.
Plan, coordinate, and complete scheduled inspections in a timely manner.
Remain on call as required by location to handle emergency service and inspection requests.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and maintained according to company policies.
Safeguard and maintain assigned tools.
Follow SFS’s 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 seminars to stay current on changing technology, installation, and testing approaches.
Train inspector trainees in applicable aspects of fire protection.
Perform other duties as assigned.